Houthi drone boat destroyed by armed guards

A video circulating online shows an alleged attack on the M/V Pumba in the Red Sea with an unmanned surface vessel (USV) loaded with explosives. The USV was destroyed after the armed security team on board the Pumba returned fire, causing the explosive-laden USV to explode just behind the stern. The Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack on July 20, describing the ship as an “American ship.”

The M/V Pumba is a Liberian-flagged container ship owned by a subsidiary of Singapore-based Sea Lead Shipping, according to Equasis data. The video of the attack showcases the quick response of the armed guards aboard the commercial cargo ship in the southern Red Sea, successfully thwarting the attack by the Houthi terrorist group from western Yemen. The incident highlights the ongoing security threats faced by ships navigating through the Red Sea.

The video of the attack on the M/V Pumba underscores the importance of security measures for ships operating in regions prone to threats from hostile groups like the Houthis. The armed guards on board the Pumba’s quick action in destroying the USV highlights the crucial role of security teams in protecting commercial vessels from potential attacks.

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