Islamic regime hijacked Portuguese-flagged ship

The #Islamic regime in #Iran #hijacked the Portuguese-flagged container ship MSC #ARIES.
According to a Visegrád 24 report, the Islamic regime in Iran just hijacked the Portuguese-flagged container ship MSC ARIES, assisted by a helicopter. She was sailing from the UAE to India when it was hijacked near the Strait of Hormuz. Reportedly, 20 Filipino sailors are kidnapped.

The ship is part-owned by an Israeli firm, the "Zodiac Maritime" group.

Iran confirms seizure of MSC Aries in Strait of Hormuz.
"The Navy of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps seized the commercial vessel MSC Aries in the Strait of Hormuz, the IRNA news agency reported."

Liberia-flagged cargo vessel with Indian crew hijacked off Somali coast

The MV Lila Norfolk cargo vessel sailing under Liberia’s flag with an Indian crew onboard has been captured near Somalia’s coast, India’s ANI news agency reported.

According to the agency, the situation is being closely monitored by the Indian Navy. "The hijacked ship has 15 Indians on board and communication has been established with the crew," a military source said.

It is also reported that the Indian Navy warship INS Chennai is moving toward the hijacked vessel. According to the Indian Navy, the vessel sent a message reporting being boarded by approximately "five to six unknown armed personnel" on the evening of January 4.
"Naval aircraft are continuously monitoring movement and INS Chennai is closing the vessel to render assistance," the Indian Navy said.