Pakistan Intensifies Diplomatic Efforts for Release of Sailors Held by Somali Pirates

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Dar has ordered intensified diplomatic engagement to secure the safe and early release of ten Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates. The government is committed to bringing the hostages home.

13 Aug, 08:16 — 13 Aug, 12:35

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The abduction of sailors by Somali pirates is a recurring issue impacting international shipping and the safety of seafarers. This story highlights Pakistan's efforts to secure the release of its citizens, underscoring the ongoing challenges of maritime security in the region and the humanitarian aspect of such incidents.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has directed intensified diplomatic efforts.
The efforts are aimed at securing the release of Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates.
The government expresses solidarity with the families of the hostages.

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Ishaq Dar directed 'stakeholders' to maintain close coordination and intensify diplomatic engagement.

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The government is fully seized of the situation regarding the hostages.

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There are 10 Pakistani hostages.

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DawncentercenterneutralMostly FactualReports official statements without commentary

express-tribunecentercenterneutralMostly FactualFocuses on government directives and assurances

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DawnMostly Factual13d ago

Dar orders intensified diplomatic engagement for release of Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar directed “stakeholders” on Thursday to maintain close and regular coordination and intensify diplomatic engagement with national and international partners to facilitate the release of 10 Pakistani sailors who have been held hostage by Somali pirates since April. The sailors were among the crew of the MT Honour 25, a Palau-flagged oil tanker that was hijacked by armed pirates off the coast of Puntland, Somalia, on April 21. Besides the 10 P...

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express-tribuneMostly Factual13d ago

DPM Dar directs intensified diplomatic efforts for safe, early release of 10 Pakistani hostages

Expresses solidarity with families of Pakistanis, assures them that govt remained fully seized of the situation

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DPM Dar directs intensified diplomatic efforts for safe, early release of 10 Pakistani hostages

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Dar orders intensified diplomatic engagement for release of Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates

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Government Directive IssuedAugust 13 morning

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar issues directives for intensified diplomatic efforts.

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Pakistan Intensifies Diplomatic Efforts for Release of Sailors Held by Somali Pirates

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Dar orders intensified diplomatic engagement for release of Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates

DPM Dar directs intensified diplomatic efforts for safe, early release of 10 Pakistani hostages

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DPM Dar directs intensified diplomatic efforts for safe, early release of 10 Pakistani hostages

Dar orders intensified diplomatic engagement for release of Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates

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