14 Indian nationals on yacht safe near Hodeidah after Houthis claim rescue
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Maritime security in strategic chokepoints: a GS2 and GS3 case study on energy security and trade routes.
Why in news
The Indian embassy in Yemen confirmed the safety of 14 Indian nationals rescued by Houthis near Hodeidah following an attack off Jabal Zuqar island.
Background
The Houthis claimed to have rescued the yacht after an attack off Jabal Zuqar island near the Bab el-Mandeb strait. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attacks on infrastructure in the region.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceHodeidah: A port city in Yemen where 14 Indian nationals were reported safe.
- PlaceJabal Zuqar island: Location near the Bab el-Mandeb strait where the yacht was attacked.
- FactOver a dozen Indian seafarers have been killed and three are missing since February in the region.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the maritime situation in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, consider the following statements:
- The Indian embassy confirmed the safety of 20 Indian nationals rescued by Houthis.
- The yacht carrying Indian nationals was attacked off Jabal Zuqar island.
- The Ministry of External Affairs condemned attacks on infrastructure in the region.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The embassy confirmed the safety of 14 Indian nationals.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the implications of maritime insecurity in the Bab el-Mandeb strait on India's energy security and maritime trade routes.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Trade route vulnerability: Disruption of Red Sea transit affecting global supply chains and shipping costs
- Maritime security: Escalation of non-state actor involvement in strategic chokepoints
- Diplomatic friction: Balancing India's maritime interests amidst regional conflict and infrastructure attacks
Keywords: Maritime Security · Strategic Chokepoints · Energy Security · Red Sea Crisis · Non-state Actors
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