The Ukrainian sailors of the Galaxy Leader cargo vessel, who were captured by Yemeni Houthis on 19 November 2023 in the Red Sea, were evacuated on 22 January 2025 by Ukrainian intelligence officers with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

The operation was conducted under the directive of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The sailors were detained during the seizure of the cargo ship Galaxy Leader in November 2023. Negotiations for their release had been ongoing ever since.

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Moscow is interested in the logistical potential of the sultanate - its ports may allow Russia to develop transportation along a more economical route

Qatar has welcomed Oman's successful mediation, which led to the release of the crew of the 'Galaxy Leader' ship, detained off the c

The Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen have freed the crew of the Galaxy Leader over a year after the vessel was seized. This release was facilitated through Oman's coordination with Hamas following a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

The State of Qatar has welcomed the Sultanate of Oman's successful mediation, which led to the release of the crew of the 'Galaxy Leader' ship, detained off

The Yemen-based Houthi forces released the Galaxy Leader's crew, who were detained for more than a year, to Oman amidst a ceasefire in Gaza. The crew members from several countries were taken in November 2023,

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WE join the overjoyed families and friends of the 17 Filipino seafarers who finally came home after their 429-day ordeal in the hands of Yemen rebels. This must feel like an extended Christmas holiday.