Russian Mariner Aleksei Galaktionov Returns Home after Yemen Ordeal
Russian mariner Aleksei Galaktionov has returned to Russia after receiving medical care in Yemen. He was detained for eight months after his ship was attacked by Houthi militants. His departure, facilitated by the UN, follows coordination with Russian and Iranian officials.
Aleksei Galaktionov, a Russian mariner held in Yemen for eight months, has returned to his homeland following medical treatment, authorities revealed on Thursday.
The crew member of a Greek-operated ship, sunk by Houthi militants, received transport via a United Nations aircraft after Russian and Iranian officials collaborated on facilitating his departure.
The Liberia-flagged Eternity C was attacked in July 2025 with sea drones and grenades, part of a larger series of over 100 attacks carried out during the Gaza conflict but ceased after a ceasefire in October.
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