Indian warship rammed by Pakistani vessel: How grey-zone tactics are entering the Arabian Sea
Following a collision between an Indian and Pakistani naval vessel, the Indian government has raised the issue diplomatically, citing unsafe maneuvering. The article contextualizes the event by discussing the history of ramming as a naval tactic.
Why it matters
This incident represents a potential shift toward 'grey-zone' tactics in the Arabian Sea, complicating traditional naval rules of engagement.
A Pakistani Navy ship collided with an Indian Navy vessel in the Northern Arabian Sea on Tuesday evening. The Indian ship was on a routine mission when it was approached by a Pakistani naval ship at high speeds. A source in the Indian Navy has stated that the Pakistani ship maneuvered in an unprofessional and unsafe manner, leading to a collision and that no damage has been reported. Another source in the navy has stated that the incident has been against the mutually decided confidence building measures and hence the issue has been raised diplomatically.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has summoned the Pakistani Charge d'Affairs over the incident and has also instructed the Indian Charge d'Affairs in Islamabad to raise thew issue with the government there.
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