The US has accused Iran of aiding Houthi Pirates. More than 20 countries have joined the US-led coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels; However Spain will not participate in coalition against Red Sea attacks.

War for the Red Sea | Spain will not participate in coalition against Red Sea attacks

The merchant ship MV Chem Pluto which was attacked by a drone on Saturday will be arriving in Mumbai today. The vessel is being escorted by Indian Coast Guard ship Vikram. In response to the attack, the Indian Navy diverted a maritime patrol aircraft operating in Area. Naval maritime patrol aircraft flew over MV Chem Pluto and established contact.

Indian Navy responds after drone attack on ship MV Chem Pluto

Indian Navy responded swiftly to maritime incident in Arabian Sea involving attack on MT Chem Pluto

The US has accused Iran of aiding Houthi Pirates. More than 20 countries have joined the US-led coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels; However, Spain will not participate in the coalition against Red Sea attacks. To know more watch this interview with journalist Yousef Mawry.

War for the Red Sea: The state of global supply chain in the Red Sea

War for the Red Sea: US-led coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks

The Israeli military assassinated the Hamas official in charge of supplying the terrorist group with weapons, the country’s military officials announced.

Hamas commander killed in Gaza in Israeli airstrike: IDF

The Red Sea standoff continues to escalate every day Yemen's Houthi Rebels carried on with their barrage of targeted attacks on what the group refer towards Israel Affiliated ships. The latest US and Iran are involved in a war of words the former had previously accused Iran of backing the Houthis in their attacks on private vessels crossing the Red Sea. But on Saturday Iran's foreign minister rejected the accusations of their involvement.

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An unclaimed missile strike has resulted in a fire on board a merchant ship that reportedly was headed towards Israel in The Indian Ocean. The vessel is Affiliated with Israel and the Indian Coast Guard has been dispatched with a warship for immediate assistance to all people on board.

Merchant ship linked to Israel hit by drone strike off India's coast

As deaths soar in Gaza from Israeli strikes, Egypt offers aid, but no exit. Further war risks new front with Iran proxy groups.

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Top Hamas commander killed in Gaza in Israeli airstrike: IDF

Israeli military assassinates top Hamas leader with airstrike: IDF

Israel-affiliated ship attacked in the Indian Ocean

Tensions in the Red Sea are indeed simmering an Indian-flagged crude oil tanker has been attacked by Houthi militants according to the US military. The US Naval Forces Central Command has said that no injuries have been reported from the strike. However the Indian media reports indicate that the Indian-flagged vessel was not hit and that the Drone strike was a near miss.

Israel-Hamas War | Indian tanker reportedly attacked by drone fired by Houthi militants

Israel-Hamas War | Unclaimed missile strike hit MV Chem Pluto

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Indian-flagged crude oil tanker has been attacked by Houthi militants according to the US military.

Indian tanker reportedly attacked by drone fired by Houthi militants

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Israel-Hamas war: Indian flagged oil tanker attacked in Red Sea

Iran has rejected all US allegations of its involvement in planning attacks on Commercial vessels. The attacks were carried out by Yemen's Houthis in the Red Sea as per the media reports. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister kept on emphasizing Houthi's Independent actions and capabilities of carrying out the attacks.

Israel-Hamas War | US: Iran's intelligence critical for Houthi attacks

Top U.S. officials will travel to Mexico to meet with Mexico's president and discuss a way to handle migrants at the border.

Blinken, Mayorkas to visit Mexico, meet with president to discuss surge at border

In a concerning development, the Red Sea region has witnessed a significant surge in maritime security incidents, including missile attacks over the past two months, with the week from December 14 to 20 reporting the highest number of incidents in this period.

According to data released by the Gurugram-based Information Fusion Centre - Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR), there were nine maritime security threats last week, a stark increase from the previous weeks.

The primary cause behind this escalation appears to have been the uptick in Houthi attacks originating from Yemen.

The Houthi rebels have been targeting vessels they suspect are heading to or from Israel, a response to Israeli actions in Gaza. Israel's substantial offensive in Gaza was triggered by a terror attack by Hamas in October.

During the week spanning from December 14 to 20, a staggering&nbsp;nine maritime security threats were reported, marking a significant escalation compared to the preceding week of December 7 to 13, which documented only two such incidents.

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The trend of rising security concerns continued from the week of November 30 to December 6, where five incidents were recorded.

In the preceding weeks, the situation unfolded with two incidents from November 23 to 29, a singular incident from November 16 to 22, and a notably calm week from November 9 to 15, with no reported incidents.

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When it comes to last week, on December 13, the tanker Mt Ardmore Encounter faced a missile attack from Yemen's Hodeidah, with two missiles being launched.

Simultaneously, a US Navy ship successfully intercepted an unmanned aerial vehicle near Port Hodeidah. The following day, on December 14, MV Maersk Gibraltar became the target of a ballistic missile attack north of the Bab el Mandeb strait.

Fortunately, the missile exploded nearby, ensuring the safety of both the crew and the vessel. Two incidents unfolded on December 15, involving projectiles hitting vessels. MV Al Jasrah was struck by a projectile, and concurrently, MSC Palatium III was hit by a missile, both incidents originating from the Yemen region. In both cases, all crew members were reported safe.

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December 16 and 18 each witnessed two incidents. On December 16, a US Navy ship took down 14 unmanned aerial vehicles in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen, while a UK Navy ship shot down another UAV off the Yemen coast. On December 18, MT Swan Atlantic faced a projectile attack resulting in an explosion on the port quarter of the vessel.

Similarly, MSC Clara reported an explosion in the vicinity of Mokha, Yemen. Importantly, in both instances, the vessel and crew members were reported safe.

Throughout December, as indicated by the released data, incidents involving vessels being struck by missiles and the interception of drones have been recurrent.

A notable instance occurred on December 3 when three maritime security threats were documented. In the Bab el Mandab strait, a missile hit a Panama-flagged container vessel.

Concurrently, the Bahamas-flagged bulk carrier, Unity Explorer, faced a missile strike resulting in minor damages. The same day witnessed a drone missile attack targeting the Panama-flagged bulk carrier Sophie II in the Bab el Mandab.

Moving forward to December 11, the Norway-flagged tanker Strinda experienced a missile strike. In this case, a US Naval ship assisted and escorted the damaged vessel.

Amid the crisis in the Red Sea, India has been backing free movement of commercial shipping. Earlier in the week, MEA Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said, "have been supportive of the free movement of commercial shipping. So that is something that we are interested in".

He highlighted that India is "monitoring the developments there" and has been "part of efforts to ensure the safe transit of ships in the Arabian Sea and we value the free movement of commercial shipping".

The situation has prompted major shipping companies to rethink their routes, pausing passage through the Red Sea and opting for longer, alternative routes. This shift is likely to have a profound impact on global trade, potentially leading to disruptions in the supply chain and subsequently affecting oil and food prices. The extended travel times for vessels may contribute to increased global inflation.

India's Information Fusion Centre - Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) marks 5 years this week of its establishment. Known as India's eye on the Indian Ocean, it tracks vessel movements, and other maritime crimes, like illegal fishing, and piracy, and was established on December 22, 2018. Other information fusion centres in the region include, the Information fusion centre, Singapore and Regional Maritime Information Fusion Centre, Antananarivo, Madagascar established in 2016 under the European Union’s Maritime Security Programme.

In a concerning development, the Red Sea region has witnessed a significant surge in maritime security incidents, including missile attacks over the past two months, with the week from December 14 to 20 reporting the highest number of incidents in this period.

In a concerning development, the Red Sea region has witnessed a significant surge in maritime security incidents, including missile attacks over the past two months, with the week from December 14 to 20 reporting the highest number of incidents in this period. According to data released by the Gurugram-based Information Fusion Centre - Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR), there were nine maritime security threats last week, a stark increase from the previous weeks. The primary cause behind this escalation appears to have been the uptick in Houthi attacks originating from Yemen. The Houthi rebels have been targeting vessels they suspect are heading to or from Israel, a response to Israeli actions in Gaza. Israel's substantial offensive in Gaza was triggered by a terror attack by Hamas in October. During the week spanning from December 14 to 20, a staggering nine maritime security threats were reported, marking a significant escalation compared to the preceding week of December 7 to 13, which documented only two such incidents. Also Read | India votes for 'permanent sovereignty of Palestinian people' at UN General Assembly The trend of rising security concerns continued from the week of November 30 to December 6, where five incidents were recorded. In the preceding weeks, the situation unfolded with two incidents from November 23 to 29, a singular incident from November 16 to 22, and a notably calm week from November 9 to 15, with no reported incidents. Also Read | US: Supreme Court refuses to hear Trump immunity case, delaying his trial When it comes to last week, on December 13, the tanker Mt Ardmore Encounter faced a missile attack from Yemen's Hodeidah, with two missiles being launched. Simultaneously, a US Navy ship successfully intercepted an unmanned aerial vehicle near Port Hodeidah. The following day, on December 14, MV Maersk Gibraltar became the target of a ballistic missile attack north of the Bab el Mandeb strait. Fortunately, the missile exploded nearby, ensuring the safety of both the crew and the vessel. Two incidents unfolded on December 15, involving projectiles hitting vessels. MV Al Jasrah was struck by a projectile, and concurrently, MSC Palatium III was hit by a missile, both incidents originating from the Yemen region. In both cases, all crew members were reported safe. Watch | Last French troops leave Sahel as military cooperation officially ends × December 16 and 18 each witnessed two incidents. On December 16, a US Navy ship took down 14 unmanned aerial vehicles in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen, while a UK Navy ship shot down another UAV off the Yemen coast. On December 18, MT Swan Atlantic faced a projectile attack resulting in an explosion on the port quarter of the vessel. Similarly, MSC Clara reported an explosion in the vicinity of Mokha, Yemen. Importantly, in both instances, the vessel and crew members were reported safe. Throughout December, as indicated by the released data, incidents involving vessels being struck by missiles and the interception of drones have been recurrent. A notable instance occurred on December 3 when three maritime security threats were documented. In the Bab el Mandab strait, a missile hit a Panama-flagged container vessel. Concurrently, the Bahamas-flagged bulk carrier, Unity Explorer, faced a missile strike resulting in minor damages. The same day witnessed a drone missile attack targeting the Panama-flagged bulk carrier Sophie II in the Bab el Mandab. Moving forward to December 11, the Norway-flagged tanker Strinda experienced a missile strike. In this case, a US Naval ship assisted and escorted the damaged vessel. Amid the crisis in the Red Sea, India has been backing free movement of commercial shipping. Earlier in the week, MEA Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said, "have been supportive of the free movement of commercial shipping. So that is something that we are interested in". He highlighted that India is "monitoring the developments there" and has been "part of efforts to ensure the safe transit of ships in the Arabian Sea and we value the free movement of commercial shipping". The situation has prompted major shipping companies to rethink their routes, pausing passage through the Red Sea and opting for longer, alternative routes. This shift is likely to have a profound impact on global trade, potentially leading to disruptions in the supply chain and subsequently affecting oil and food prices. The extended travel times for vessels may contribute to increased global inflation. India's Information Fusion Centre - Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) marks 5 years this week of its establishment. Known as India's eye on the Indian Ocean, it tracks vessel movements, and other maritime crimes, like illegal fishing, and piracy, and was established on December 22, 2018. Other information fusion centres in the region include, the Information fusion centre, Singapore and Regional Maritime Information Fusion Centre, Antananarivo, Madagascar established in 2016 under the European Union’s Maritime Security Programme.

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The Red Sea Alliance, a U.S.-initiated naval coalition aimed at securing critical maritime routes in the Red Sea, faces significant challenges. With diverse responses from over 38 invited countries and key West Asian players hesitant to join, the coalition's unity and effectiveness are in question. The alliance, formed to counter maritime aggression by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, grapples with national interests, regional sensitivities, and geopolitical complexities.

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Yemeni citizens took to the streets again protesting Israel's endless military operations in Gaza that have triggered a dire humanitarian crisis in The Enclave. Thousands protested in solidarity with Gazans in Yemen's capital city of Sanaa. Watch this interview with John Erath who is the senior policy director of Center for Arms Control.

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Yemeni citizens took to the streets again protesting Israel's endless military operations in Gaza that have triggered a dire humanitarian crisis in The Enclave. Thousands protested in solidarity with Gazans in Yemen's capital city of Sanaa.

Israel-Hamas war: Thousands chant pro-Palestine slogans in Yemen

The US has accused Iran of aiding Houthi Pirates. Iran was "deeply involved" in planning operations against commercial vessels in the Red Sea and its intelligence was critical to enable Yemen's Houthi movement to target ships, the White House said on Friday.

Israel-Hamas war: US accuses Iran of aiding Houthi pirates in the Red Sea

The United Nations Security Council on Friday approved a toned-down bid to boost humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and called for urgent steps "to create the conditions for a sustainable cessation of hostilities" after a week of vote delays and intense negotiations to avoid a veto by the United States.

Israel-Hamas war: UN Security Council adopts resolution to increase Gaza aid

Latest in Israel-Hamas war: Israeli military says it plans to widen operation in Southern Gaza. The UNSC Gaza aid resolution aims to boost humanitarian aid to Gaza. The United Nations Security Council on Friday approved a toned-down bid to boost humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and called for urgent steps "to create the conditions for a sustainable cessation of hostilities" after a week of vote delays and intense negotiations to avoid a veto by the United States. Watch to know more!

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The US has accused Iran of aiding Houthi Pirates. Iran was "deeply involved" in planning operations against commercial vessels in the Red Sea and its intelligence was critical to enable Yemen's Houthi movement to target ships, the White House said on Friday. Dr Elisabeth Kendall, Middle East Expert & head Girton College, Cambridge University speaks to WION.

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Fighting in the Gaza Strip escalated on Thursday with some of the most intense Israeli bombardment of the war and Hamas demonstrated its ability to rocket Tel Aviv, even as the foes engaged in the most serious talks for weeks on a new truce.

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