KARACHI :– The Pakistan Navy successfully conducted a medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) of a Sri Lankan crew member from the Indonesian-flagged merchant vessel MV Grey Palm, approximately 1,500 kilometres off the coast of Gwadar. The operation was carried out following a request from the Sri Lankan Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC). Upon receiving the distress call, Pakistan Navy dispatched its ships PNS Tabuk and PNS Moawin to the open seas for the emergency operation. The naval vessels reached the location and safely evacuated the ailing Sri Lankan crew member. Sri Lankan authorities and the patient’s family expressed gratitude for the timely intervention and assistance.
Source: The Patriot January 25, 2026 08:04 UTC