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Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Target Liberian-Flagged Ship in Red Sea with Missiles, Causing Explosion but No Damage Reported

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched missiles at a Liberian-flagged container ship in the Red Sea, leading to an explosion near the vessel without causing any damage, authorities confirmed. The master of the vessel reported the incident, assuring that no injuries were sustained. The UK Maritime Trade Operations center later identified the ship as the Pinocchio, managed by a Singaporean firm. The U.S. military’s Central Command disclosed that the Houthis utilized two …

Marshall Islands-flagged tanker reports explosions off Yemen’s coast: Third merchant vessel attack in 48 hours recorded

Cairo, Egypt – A Marshall Islands-flagged liquefied petroleum gas tanker experienced two explosions near the ship while sailing off the coast of Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah, marking the third attack on merchant vessels in the past 48 hours, a British security firm reported Friday. Reports indicated that the master of another merchant vessel in the same area also witnessed an explosion off the vessel’s starboard side, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations. …

Explosion Near Ship in Red Sea Suspected to be Attack by Yemen’s Houthi Rebels

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – An explosion near a ship in the Red Sea on Monday is suspected to be the work of Yemen’s Houthi rebels, officials reported. Fortunately, the blast did not cause any damage, and no injuries were reported by the ship’s master, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center. While the Houthis have not claimed responsibility for the attack yet, sources suggest it aligns with their previous actions. Last week, …

Explosions Rock Gulf of Aden as Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Attack Singapore-flagged Ship

Sanaa, Yemen – A recent attack by Houthi rebels has caused explosions ahead of a Singapore-flagged ship in the Gulf of Aden. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of ships passing through the region, a crucial waterway for international trade. The Houthi rebels, who have been embroiled in a long-standing conflict with the Yemeni government, are known for their frequent attacks on ships passing through the Gulf of Aden. These attacks often target …