Captain of the ship saw five missiles hit close by in crimson

A ship’s captain reported that five rockets hit near his ship in the Red Sea, 150 nautical miles northwest of the Yemeni port city of Hodeidah, according to the British Maritime Trade Organization (UKMTO) observer service. The ship sustained no damage and was heading north, with no details provided on the ship or its cargo. This incident is part of the ongoing disruptions in international shipping caused by attacks from Yemen-based Houthi militias in the region, leading many ships to avoid the Red Sea route to the Suez Canal and opt for the longer journey around Africa instead.

The attacks, allegedly by Houthi militias who are aligned with Iran, are said to be in solidarity with Palestinians in the conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. This has raised concerns about the safety of ships in the Red Sea region and prompted changes in shipping routes to ensure the security of vessels and their crews. The UKMTO continues to monitor the situation and provide updates on any further incidents or developments in the area, as companies assess the risks of traveling through the region in light of these ongoing attacks.

Despite the challenges posed by these attacks, the shipping industry continues to navigate through the region with caution, taking necessary precautions to safeguard their vessels and personnel. The geopolitical tensions in the area, exacerbated by the involvement of Iran and Houthi militias, have heightened concerns about the safety of maritime traffic passing through the Red Sea. As a result, ship captains and companies are closely monitoring the situation and making strategic decisions to mitigate the risks posed by these attacks and ensure safe passage through the region.

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