New Delhi, Dec. 4 -- After being detained for almost five months in Yemen, Indian crew member Anilkumar Raveendran, who was part of the Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned bulk carrier MV Eternity C, which was attacked by Houthi rebels in July, has been released from captivity, the Ministry of External Affairs stated on Thursday.

In a statement, the MEA stated that Raveendran had been detained by the rebels in Yemen since July 7, 2025, after he was captured following the attack while serving on the ship.

The MEA noted that Raveendran reached Muscat, Oman, on Wednesday and is expected to travel back to India soon.

The Government had been actively coordinating with multiple parties to secure his safe release and return.

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