UK maritime agency Red Sea MT SOUNION Houthis United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Operation Aspides Yemeni Houthi militia UN envoy Hans Grundberg Mohammed Abdul Sallam Iranian ambassador

A UK maritime agency reported the MT SOUNION, attacked by the Houthis in the Red Sea, is still afloat but drifting. Ships are warned to be cautious near the vessel at 1500N 04139E. Operation Aspides highlighted the risks of navigation and pollution. The attack aimed at pressuring Israel to end conflict in Gaza.