UKMTO informed of maritime incident near Aden in Yemen

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency reported an incident 82 nautical miles south of Yemen’s Aden, involving attacks on ships by the Houthi militia aligned with Iran. The Houthi militants have been targeting ships in solidarity with Palestinians fighting Israel in Gaza, launching drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait, and Gulf of Aden since November. This has led to shippers having to reroute cargo on longer and more expensive journeys around southern Africa, raising concerns about the potential destabilization of the Middle East due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Authorities are currently investigating the incident, as confirmed by UKMTO in an advisory note sent via email. The attacks by the Houthi militia have been ongoing for months, posing a threat to maritime trade operations in the region. The situation has raised fears that the conflict between Israel and Hamas could escalate and further disrupt shipping routes in the area. The UKMTO is closely monitoring the situation and working to ensure the safety and security of ships in the region.

The Houthi militants’ attacks have impacted maritime trade operations in the waters off Yemen, with shippers being forced to take longer and more costly routes to avoid the threat of attacks. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has heightened tensions in the region, with concerns about the potential spread of violence and instability. The UKMTO is working to address the situation and provide support to ensure the safety of ships navigating the waters near Yemen and the surrounding areas.

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