New Delhi, July 11 -- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday expressed grief over the Vietnam boat accident, which resulted in the loss of life of 15 Indian nationals.

In an X post, Jaishankar expressed condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured passengers.

"Deeply distressed by the unfortunate boat accident involving Indian nationals near Phu Quoc, Vietnam. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the swift recovery of those injured," he said.

A tourist speedboat carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists, capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island off Phu Quoc. The Indian Embassy in Vietnam later confirmed that all 15 people killed in the accident were Indian ...