Oil Tanker Registered in Panama Attacked Near Yemen

A Panamanian-flagged crude oil tanker was attacked near the Yemeni Red Sea port of Mocha, according to British security firm Ambrey. The incident occurred in waters where Houthi fighters have attacked ships in support of Palestinians. The ship was hit by a missile, causing a fire onboard about 10 nautical miles southwest of Mokha. Despite the damage, the ship received help and was able to continue with one steering unit functional.

Yemen’s Iran-allied Houthi militias have been targeting the Red Sea waterway in response to Israel’s actions in Gaza. The UKMTO reported another incident where a ship was hit by an unknown object and slightly damaged in the Red Sea. Despite the disruptions caused by Houthi attacks in the area, ships are advised to exercise caution and be aware of the ongoing risks when traveling through the region.

The attacks on ships in the Red Sea have led to disruptions in global shipping routes, with companies forced to take longer and more expensive routes through southern Africa. In response, the US and Britain have conducted attacks against Houthi targets to address the threats posed by these attacks on commercial vessels in the region.

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