The Red Sea Faces Maritime Crisis as Houthis Spread Terror

Yemen’s Houthi militants are suspected of sinking a second ship in the Red Sea, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) on Tuesday. The damaged vessel, identified as the Greek-owned Tutor, was attacked by missiles and an explosive-laden remote-controlled boat on June 12, resulting in it taking on water. One crew member from the Tutor is still missing.

The Tutor’s manager was unavailable for immediate comment. This incident marks the second time a commercial vessel has been targeted by the Houthis since November, with the militants claiming their actions are in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. The UK-owned Rubymar also sank in the Red Sea on March 2, following a Houthi attack that had damaged the ship two weeks prior. Additionally, the Houthis have seized another vessel and killed three sailors in separate incidents.

The Houthi militants, backed by Iran, have been carrying out drone and missile attacks that have forced shipping companies to reroute vessels around southern Africa, causing delays in deliveries and increased costs. This disruption in global trade has had significant impacts on the industry.

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