12 Indian Fishermen Detained in Sri Lankan Waters: Ongoing Maritime Dispute Escalates

Sep 28, 2025 11:20 pm CST

Sri Lankan naval forces detained 12 Indian fishermen and seized their vessel near Jaffna for alleged illegal fishing in territorial waters. This incident highlights the persistent fishing dispute between India and Sri Lanka, which continues to strain bilateral relations. Previous confrontations have included reports of Sri Lankan Navy firing on Indian fishermen in contested areas of the Palk Strait.