North Korean vessel heading to Iran detained in Indian waters
Dated 9/11/2006
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A North Korean freighter, MV-Omranili, which was on its way to Iran 'found itself' in Indian waters after an 'engine failure' and has been detained in Mumbai. The Coast Guard, the Bombay Port Trust, the Indian Navy and the Mumbai Customs have formed separate teams to inspect the freighter and find out if it is carrying any arms or ammunition and the reason behind its voyage to Iran.
Coming close on the heels of the nuclear tests conducted by North Korea recently, the