New Delhi, July 21 -- Akhil Joyan, a 26-year-old seafarer from Kerala's Kasaragod district, was among the four Indian nationals killed after a Russian attack on the cargo vessel MV Golden Leo off the Ukrainian port city of Odesa on July 19.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the vessel came under attack while departing the port of Odesa. There were 17 crew members, including five Indians, on board. One Indian crew member survived the attack and has been hospitalised.

"Our Mission in Ukraine is closely monitoring the situation and is making every effort to extend all possible assistance to those affected. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased Indian nationals and wish the injured Indian national a spe...