The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, expressed his relief at the release of the 25-member crew of the MV Galaxy Leader, who had been held captive for over a year. The crew was taken hostage in November 2023 while passing through the Red Sea.
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan announced the re-designation of the Houthis as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist group. This decision is a response to the militants’ attacks on US military forces and international maritime vessels. The aim is to hinder their access to funding and hold them accountable. The designation will be effective in 30 days.
This was a targeted attack on a ship near Indian shores, far from the conflict zone, allegedly conducted by the Iran-backed Houthis. However, it is unlikely as they lack the range of munition and capabilities for such an attack, being over 2500 km away.
