Iranian Navy Apprehending Illegal Vessels entering Iranian Territorial Waters
Abu Dhabi: Indian sailors intending to work on fishing vessels/trawlers, which are moving from United Arab Emirates towards Islamic Republic of Iran
This is to inform all emigrants intending to work on fishing vessels/ trawlers which are moving from the United Arab Emirates to Iran, that the Iranian Navy is checking and apprehending all illegal vessels entering the Iranian territorial waters and the vessels which trespass into the Iranian waters will now, not be pushed back, but impounded.
In view of this, all Indian emigrants/workers are advised NOT to take up work on fishing vessels/trawlers which may be moving from the United Arab Emirates towards Iran, till further notice, as it may lead to their possible detention, arrest or even endanger their lives. They may also face possible legal action leading to fines by the Iranian authorities or serving jail term in Iran.