A merchant ship was hit by a missile 125 nautical miles east of Yemen’s port of Aden but sustained no significant damage, according to UKMTO and Ambrey. The ship, identified as MV GROTON, continued on to its next port of call without any injuries to the crew. The incident, possibly caused by an explosive, raised concerns about the safety of ships in the region due to ongoing conflict.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) later announced that it had destroyed a rocket and launch pad belonging to the Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen. The attacks by the Houthi rebels have led to retaliation from the US and Britain, disrupting world trade as ships had to be diverted away from the Red Sea and the Suez Canal. The Houthi fighters, supported by Iran, have targeted international shipping near Yemen in solidarity with the Palestinians in the ongoing conflict with Israel.
The incident with the merchant ship highlights the dangers faced by vessels in the region due to the conflict involving the Houthi rebels. The attacks on shipping have prompted international responses and raised concerns about the safety of maritime trade routes. Despite the incident, the crew of the ship was reported safe, underscoring the importance of maintaining security measures for vessels navigating through volatile regions.
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