Kyiv, July 26 -- A merchant vessel carrying four Indian nationals on board was struck at the port of Odesa and two of them are safe while information is awaited regarding the other two persons, India's Embassy in Ukraine said on Sunday.

In a post on X, the Embassy said that search and rescue operations are being carried out.

The Indian Embassy also said that it is in touch with the concerned authorities.

"Embassy of India in Ukraine is closely monitoring the situation following the incident involving MV AGN Ragnar which was struck at the Port of Odesa, on 25 July. Four Indian nationals were on board the vessel. As per the latest information, two have been confirmed safe, and information is awaited regarding the other two nationals. Sea...