7 Russian seafarers, recorded by Nigerian pirates on the 17th of July, 2020 have actually apparently been launched. Owing to the collaborations of Russian mediators in Abuja, Nigerian authorities as well as the rep of the proprietor of the ship, the abducted seafarers were saved securely. They are presently situated at the Port of Harcourt, the local head office of the Nigerian navy.
As per a declaration launched by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, the 7 launched seafarers belonged of the staff onboard MT Curacao Trader that was assaulted throughout a burglary in the Gulf ofGuinea They are to undertake a complete medical checkup prior to their return house.
The Curacao Trader Ship, possessed by Curacao Trader Shipping experienced a pirate strike by 8 outlaws when it was 210 maritime miles far from theBayelsa 15 staff participants of Russian as well as Ukrainian citizenships were hijacked.
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The outlaws that commonly terrorise the water of the Gulf of Guinea emerged concerning a years back. They are well-armed gangs recognized to secure down on break-in of oil items.
The Russian ministry’s declaration likewise included: “Moscow expresses gratitude to everyone who contributed to the release of Russian sailors.”
Reference: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of theRussian Federation
