The Sri Lankan Navy successfully rescued 14 crew members, including nine Indian nationals, from the merchant vessel MV Integrity Star following an engine failure approximately 100 nautical miles south of Sri Lanka. The distress call was received on October 25, 2025, prompting swift deployment of the naval vessel SLNS Samudura under the Ministry of Defence’s directives. The rescue was coordinated by the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo, assisted by the nearby merchant vessel MV Morning Glory. The rescued crew, which also included Turkish and Azerbaijani nationals, were safely brought to the Hambantota International Port on October 26. This operation highlights robust maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean region, reinforcing India’s strategic partnership with Sri Lanka in ensuring maritime security and safety. It also underscores ongoing efforts to uphold international maritime conventions and safeguard seafarers within Sri Lanka’s Search and Rescue region and adjacent international waters. The incident draws attention to the critical importance of joint maritime vigilance amid evolving geopolitical complexities in the Indian Ocean.