British maritime security firm Ambrey received reports of suspicious activity from two merchant vessels southwest of Yemen’s Mokha. No damage was reported, but a tanker reported seeing flares or missile trails, while a bulk carrier detected three small vessels about 1 mile away. The bulk carrier also reported seeing two missiles fired from the direction of the boats and an unmanned aerial vehicle flying ahead of the vessel. Ambrey issued an advisory note about the incident.
The incident occurred in a volatile region, and the reports of suspicious activity raise concerns about potential security threats to merchant vessels in the area. The details of the incident highlight the potential dangers faced by ships navigating through these waters, and the need for heightened security measures to protect maritime traffic in the region. The advisory note from Ambrey serves as a warning to other vessels operating in the area to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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