On June 17, 2026, armed assailants opened fire on a vessel near the coast of Yemen, prompting a defensive response from the ship’s security team, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Center. The incident involved two skiffs that approached the vessel within four meters and discharged their weapons.
In response to the attack, the vessel’s security personnel returned fire, leading to the skiffs disengaging and retreating over four nautical miles away from the ship. UKMTO confirmed that the crew remained unharmed during the confrontation.
Details about the attackers’ identities and whether the vessel sustained any damage have not been disclosed. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the waters off Yemen, which have experienced a rise in piracy incidents in recent months.
The UKMTO continues to monitor the situation closely, emphasizing the need for vigilance in these high-risk maritime areas.
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