Mortal remains of Patnala Suresh, killed in MT Settebello attack, reach Visakhapatnam
The remains of marine engineer Patnala Suresh, who died in an attack on the oil tanker MT Settebello, have been returned to Visakhapatnam, India. The incident is part of a series of attacks on vessels in the Persian Gulf involving Indian crew members.
Why it matters
The event underscores the risks faced by international seafarers in conflict zones and has prompted diplomatic protests from the Indian government.
The mortal remains of Patnala Suresh , a marine engineer from Sriharipuram in Visakhapatnam who was killed in an attack on the oil tanker MT Settebello off the Oman coast on June 10, arrived in the city on Friday (June 19, 2026).
The article reports on a tragic event and the government's response in a straightforward, factual manner.
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