An Indian naval vessel reportedly collided with a Pakistan Navy ship while the two vessels were operating in international waters, according to initial reports circulating on Wednesday.
The incident reportedly caused no significant damage to either vessel, while no injuries were reported among crew members on the two ships.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the collision, including its precise location and the manoeuvres immediately preceding the incident, were not provided in the initial information.
Moreover, neither side’s account of responsibility for the reported collision was included in the available details.
No Significant Damage or Crew Injuries Reported
Despite the reported contact between the vessels, both ships apparently avoided serious damage and their crews remained safe.
The incident nevertheless comes against the backdrop of longstanding maritime security arrangements between India and Pakistan designed to reduce the risk of unintended confrontations between their armed forces.
Consequently, the circumstances surrounding the reported collision could attract scrutiny from authorities on both sides.
Incident Raises Questions Over 1991 Bilateral Agreement
Initial claims surrounding the incident allege that the Indian vessel’s actions violated provisions of a 1991 India-Pakistan agreement governing military encounters.
According to those claims, Article 10 requires naval vessels from the two countries to maintain a minimum separation of three nautical miles while operating in international waters.
However, the information provided does not establish the vessels’ precise separation before the collision or independently confirm that a treaty violation occurred.
The reported incident therefore raises questions over how the two ships came into contact despite bilateral measures intended to prevent dangerous encounters at sea.
Further official information would be required to establish the sequence of events and determine responsibility for the collision.
#BREAKING: An Indian Naval Vessel Collided with a Pakistan Navy Ship in the International Waters. 🇮🇳⚡🇵🇰
Fortunately, the incident caused NO significant damage or injuries to the Crew on both Ships.
BTW, the Action by the Indian Naval Vessel Directly Violated Article 10 of the… pic.twitter.com/w1Zx1pxN1s
— Armed Forces Update (@ArmedUpdat1947) September 16, 2026
🚨🇵🇰🇮🇳 Excercise SEASPARK-26
Pakistan Navy is conducting Exercise SEASPARK from 1-16 September 26.
On 15 September 26, INS Kolkata executed a reckless manoeuvre close to PNS HUNAIN. PNS HUNAIN gave an immediate and effective response forcing INS Kolkata to retreat.
The… pic.twitter.com/qsrVe8VYMn
— Eagle Eye (@zarrar_11PK) September 16, 2026
