The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has officially confirmed that 14 Indian citizens are safe following a maritime incident near the coast of Yemen. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed the situation during a bi-weekly media briefing, responding to inquiries regarding the circumstances of the event.

Reports had previously circulated suggesting that Houthi militants were involved in the rescue or assistance of the individuals on the boat. While the Indian government has acknowledged the reports of Houthi involvement in the safety of the crew, official statements have remained brief, focusing primarily on the confirmation of the nationals' well-being rather than the geopolitical implications of the rescue. The specific nature of the 'incident' that led to the boat requiring assistance has not been detailed by the Embassy, nor have the exact circumstances of how the Houthi forces came to be involved in the rescue operation. The situation remains a point of interest due to the ongoing security tensions in the Red Sea and surrounding waters, where Houthi forces have been active in targeting and intercepting maritime traffic.