A Greek-owned cargo ship, which was reportedly travelling to India, was struck by a small craft off Yemen's Red Sea port of Hodeidah, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Wednesday (Jun 12). It appeared to be the latest attack by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels on vessels.&nbsp;

In an official release, UKMTO, which is run by Britain's Royal Navy, said that it has received a report of an incident 66NM southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen.&nbsp;

UKMTO released three updates. In the first one, it said that the vessel was hit on the stern by a small craft. The small craft was described as white in colour and five - seven metres in length.&nbsp;

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In the second update, the shipmaster reported that the vessel was taking on water and not under the command of the crew. Thirdly, UKMTO said that the shipmaster reported the vessel was hit for a second time by an unknown airborne projectile.&nbsp;

The news agency Reuters reported that a Greek shipping ministry source, confirming the incident, said that the vessel was also attacked from the air. The source said that the ship was sailing to India when it was hit.&nbsp;

The official on condition of anonymity told the news agency&nbsp;"it was hit twice by air and by sea. There are no reports of injuries".&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, maritime security firm Ambrey said that the Liberian-flagged vessel, Tutor, was hit about 68 nautical miles southwest of the rebel-held port city of Hodeida.&nbsp;

The British security firm "assessed the vessel aligned with the Houthi target profile at the time of the incident", it said in a statement, without giving further details. &nbsp;

Such attacks have increased in recent months with the Houthis, who are at war with a Saudi-led coalition after ousting the government from Sanaa in 2014, having launched scores of drone and missile attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November.&nbsp;

They say they are harassing the vital trade route as an act of solidarity with Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

A Greek-owned cargo ship, which was reportedly travelling to India, was struck by a small craft off Yemen's Red Sea port of Hodeidah, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Wednesday (Jun 12).

A Greek-owned cargo ship, which was reportedly travelling to India, was struck by a small craft off Yemen's Red Sea port of Hodeidah, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Wednesday (Jun 12). It appeared to be the latest attack by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels on vessels. In an official release, UKMTO, which is run by Britain's Royal Navy, said that it has received a report of an incident 66NM southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen. UKMTO released three updates. In the first one, it said that the vessel was hit on the stern by a small craft. The small craft was described as white in colour and five - seven metres in length. Also read: Ukraine war: US unveils new sanctions targeting Russia, Moscow vows 'aggressive' respond In the second update, the shipmaster reported that the vessel was taking on water and not under the command of the crew. Thirdly, UKMTO said that the shipmaster reported the vessel was hit for a second time by an unknown airborne projectile. The news agency Reuters reported that a Greek shipping ministry source, confirming the incident, said that the vessel was also attacked from the air. The source said that the ship was sailing to India when it was hit. The official on condition of anonymity told the news agency "it was hit twice by air and by sea. There are no reports of injuries". Also read: Global oil surplus to hit millions of barrels daily by 2030 amid slowing demand, rising production Watch: Antony Blinken meets Qatari PM for talks with Gaza mediator × Meanwhile, maritime security firm Ambrey said that the Liberian-flagged vessel, Tutor, was hit about 68 nautical miles southwest of the rebel-held port city of Hodeida. The British security firm "assessed the vessel aligned with the Houthi target profile at the time of the incident", it said in a statement, without giving further details. Such attacks have increased in recent months with the Houthis, who are at war with a Saudi-led coalition after ousting the government from Sanaa in 2014, having launched scores of drone and missile attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November. They say they are harassing the vital trade route as an act of solidarity with Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip. (With inputs from agencies)

Greek-owned ship, reportedly bound to India, damaged by small vessel in Red Sea

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed to have shot down a US MQ9 drone over the southeastern province of Maareb on Thursday evening, according to the group's military spokesman on Friday. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Houthis claim to have downed US MQ-9 reaper drone

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed to have shot down a US MQ9 drone over the southeastern province of Maareb on Thursday evening, according to the group's military spokesman on Friday.

US reaper drone shot down with surface-to-air missile: Houthis

An Italian navy frigate shot down a drone in the Red Sea headed in the direction of an escorted merchant ship, Italy’s defense ministry said Monday. Watch in for more details!

Italy's Navy downs drone headed for Red Sea merchant vessel

Yemen's Houthi Rebels claimed they shot down another US military's MQ-9 reaper drone. The Houthis also aired footage of the unmanned aircraft claiming they had shot down the Predator with a surface-to-air missile. Watch in for more details!

Red Sea Crisis: Yemen backed Houthi rebels claim they shot down US' MQ-9 reaper drone

Red Sea Crisis: Yemen's Houthi rebels claim they shot down MQ-9 reaper drone

Reports say the U.S. may consider removing the Houthis from its terror list. The Houthis have not stopped attacking ships at the Red Sea, neither have they called off the war. What then explains the possible delisting of the group from the American terror list? Watch in for more details!

Red Sea Crisis: Will US take Houthis out of terror list?

The United States is open to removing the Houthis from its list of designated terrorist organizations if the Iranian-backed jihadist group ceases its attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

Red Sea Crisis: US could remove Houthis from terror list?

In a rather interesting turn of events US Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy A. Lenderking has left the door open for Washington to again remove the terror designation from Houthis. Watch in for more details!

Houthis to be removed from US' global terrorist list?

The Houthis have been relentless. The yemen-based rebels claim to have mounted six attacks on ships with drones and missiles in the last 72 hours in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. The US has managed to counter the missiles with its missiles.

The cost of US fighting Houthis in the Red Sea

Two Russian warships from the Pacific Fleet have entered the Red Sea and this comes amid attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Merchant shipping in a region already crowded with Naval vessels. Watch in for more details!

Red Sea Crisis: Russian warships enters Red Sea amid Houthi attacks

The US military has been substantially burdened by over two months of direct warfare with the Houthis. It is spending a substantial amount of money to take down inexpensive drones, execute retaliation strikes, and protect against rebels who are taking down expensive American drones.

Red Sea Crisis: US using ultra-expensive missiles to knock out cheap drones

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: US military destroys 4 drones launched by Houthi militias. President Biden along with Obama & Clinton organise fundraiser. Israel alleges hospitals being used as command centres & hideouts. PM Meloni meets Italian troops deployed in Southern Lebanon. Watch in for more details!

Red Sea Tensions: US military destroys 4 drones launched by Houthi militias

A US lead strike hit a Houthi military site on a mountain overlooking Yemen's capital Sana'a. The US and Britain have carried out a series of strikes against Houthi targets in response to the attacks on shipping us Central Command or Centcom.

US targets Houthi's underground weaponry in self-defense strikes

US conducted six self-defence strikes against Houthi facilities

Indian Navy chief Admiral Radhakrishnan Hari Kumar on Wednesday (Mar 6) spoke exclusively to WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal on board INS Vikrant, which is India's first indigenously designed aircraft carrier.&nbsp;

The Indian Navy on Wednesday commissioned its new base INS Jatayu at Minicoy Island which will bolster its operational capabilities within the strategically important Lakshadweep islands.&nbsp;

While speaking on how INS Jatayu will act as the Indian Navy's eyes and ears in the Arabian Sea, Admiral Kumar said, "INS Jatayu is in Minicoy Island. It is the southernmost island of the Lakshadweep chain and the western seaboard. It is about 200 miles off the coast of India. So, therefore, it is located right next to the 90-degree channel through which all the traffic, entering and exiting the Arabian Sea, comes through."&nbsp;

He further said, "While we always had a Naval Detachment there, but commissioning the base will help us with operational support and infrastructure, administration support facilities. It will be beneficial in terms of surveillance, response, building up of assets. There is also the plan for an airfield and&nbsp;the jetties to be strengthened and improved."&nbsp;

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Experts have noted that the Naval detachment will also enhance operational reach, and support the Indian Navy's efforts in anti-piracy and anti-narcotics operations in the&nbsp;Arabian Sea.&nbsp;

Earlier in the day, while addressing the gathering at Minicoy after the commissioning of INS Jatayu, the navy chief said that the unit was named after the mythical creature in the epic Ramayana who tried to stop the abduction of Sita.&nbsp;

"In the Ramayana, Jatayu was the 'first responder', trying to stop the abduction of Sita ji, even to the peril of his own life, exemplifying service before self. So the naming of this unit as Jatayu is an apt recognition of this spirit of providing security surveillance and selfless service," he said.&nbsp;

The navy chief had said that the information Jatayu relayed to Lord Ram provided crucial situational awareness and the Indian Navy also expects that this unit will provide situational awareness to maintain good maritime domain awareness of the entire region.&nbsp;

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<h2>Navy chief on Red Sea crisis&nbsp;</h2>

While speaking to WION on the Red Sea crisis, Admiral Kumar said that the situation is a "little volatile" but in a sense it is manageable.

He said that it is because of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.&nbsp;

He said that so far Indian flagged vessels are safe and there have been no reports of any damage to Indian vessels.

He said that the Indian Navy has been "providing support to them, and providing escort to cargo such as fertiliser and grain, and our assets have been deployed there."&nbsp;

Indian Navy chief Admiral Radhakrishnan Hari Kumar on Wednesday (Mar 6) spoke exclusively to WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal on board INS Vikrant, which is India's first indigenously designed aircraft carrier.

Indian Navy chief Admiral Radhakrishnan Hari Kumar on Wednesday (Mar 6) spoke exclusively to WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal on board INS Vikrant, which is India's first indigenously designed aircraft carrier. The Indian Navy on Wednesday commissioned its new base INS Jatayu at Minicoy Island which will bolster its operational capabilities within the strategically important Lakshadweep islands. While speaking on how INS Jatayu will act as the Indian Navy's eyes and ears in the Arabian Sea, Admiral Kumar said, "INS Jatayu is in Minicoy Island. It is the southernmost island of the Lakshadweep chain and the western seaboard. It is about 200 miles off the coast of India. So, therefore, it is located right next to the 90-degree channel through which all the traffic, entering and exiting the Arabian Sea, comes through." He further said, "While we always had a Naval Detachment there, but commissioning the base will help us with operational support and infrastructure, administration support facilities. It will be beneficial in terms of surveillance, response, building up of assets. There is also the plan for an airfield and the jetties to be strengthened and improved." Also read: INS Jatayu: Possibilities and challenges for India's Naval airbase in Minicoy, Lakshadweep Experts have noted that the Naval detachment will also enhance operational reach, and support the Indian Navy's efforts in anti-piracy and anti-narcotics operations in the Arabian Sea. Earlier in the day, while addressing the gathering at Minicoy after the commissioning of INS Jatayu, the navy chief said that the unit was named after the mythical creature in the epic Ramayana who tried to stop the abduction of Sita. "In the Ramayana, Jatayu was the 'first responder', trying to stop the abduction of Sita ji, even to the peril of his own life, exemplifying service before self. So the naming of this unit as Jatayu is an apt recognition of this spirit of providing security surveillance and selfless service," he said. The navy chief had said that the information Jatayu relayed to Lord Ram provided crucial situational awareness and the Indian Navy also expects that this unit will provide situational awareness to maintain good maritime domain awareness of the entire region. Also read: Indian woman pilot injured after trainer aircraft crashes in Madhya Pradesh. VIDEO Watch the full interview here: × Navy chief on Red Sea crisis While speaking to WION on the Red Sea crisis, Admiral Kumar said that the situation is a "little volatile" but in a sense it is manageable. He said that it is because of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. He said that so far Indian flagged vessels are safe and there have been no reports of any damage to Indian vessels. He said that the Indian Navy has been "providing support to them, and providing escort to cargo such as fertiliser and grain, and our assets have been deployed there."

Indian Navy chief on board INS Vikrant speaks to WION about INS Jatayu and Red Sea crisis

A Houthi missile attack killed three seafarers on a Red Sea merchant ship on Wednesday, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said, the first fatalities reported since the Iran-aligned Yemeni group began strikes against shipping in one of the world's busiest trade lanes. The Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack, which set the Greek-owned, Barbados-flagged ship True Confidence ablaze around 50 nautical miles off the coast of Yemen's port of Aden.

Red Sea Crisis: 3 killed in Yemen Rebels' first fatal attack on Red Sea shipping

A ship attacked by Yemen's Houthis has sunk in the Red Sea. It is the first vessel to be fully destroyed as a part of the campaign over the ongoing Israel Hamas War. A senior Houthi leader said that he held UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his government responsible for the sinking of the UK owned Rubymar. Watch the video to know more.

Red Sea Attacks: British ship 'Rubymar' hit by Houthi missile sinks in Red Sea

Spain's top ports experienced a notable upsurge in goods traffic during January, with volumes increasing by up to 25 per cent, propelled by disruptions in shipping routes caused by ongoing crises in the Red Sea region. <o:p></o:p>

This is based on a Reuters report.<o:p></o:p>

As attacks on vessels navigating the Red Sea prompt companies to reroute shipments via southern Africa, Spain emerges as a crucial transit hub, witnessing a substantial influx of maritime activity.<o:p></o:p>

According to insights provided by the Spanish retail and food industry association Aecoc, northern ports in Spain observed a surge in transit volumes, with some experiencing triple the usual traffic. <o:p></o:p>

This spike comes as traders seek alternative routes to circumvent widespread blockades by farmers across Europe, opting for maritime transportation over land routes. <o:p></o:p>

Key ports such as Las Palmas in the Canary Islands and Barcelona reported significant increases in merchandise volume, recording jumps of 25.4 per cent and 7.6 per cent respectively in January. <o:p></o:p>

Spain's geographical position makes its ports integral to shipping routes, especially for vessels opting to bypass the Red Sea and sail around southern Africa to mitigate risks posed by Houthi rebel attacks off the coast of Yemen. <o:p></o:p>

While the exact impact of the Red Sea crisis on Spanish port traffic requires further assessment, authorities acknowledge its role in influencing maritime logistics. <o:p></o:p>

Notably, the surge in transit volumes extends beyond southern ports, with northern counterparts like Santander and Bilbao witnessing exponential increases in goods traffic. <o:p></o:p>

The port of Santander attributes part of this rise to the expansion of its container terminal, enhancing its capacity to handle growing volumes of merchandise.<o:p></o:p>

Amid increased shipping activity, operators at the port of Santander have reported heightened interest from traders looking to send goods to Britain in recent weeks. <o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

Spain's top ports experienced a notable upsurge in goods traffic during January, with volumes increasing by up to 25 per cent, propelled by disruptions in shipping routes caused by ongoing crises in the Red Sea region.

Spain's top ports experienced a notable upsurge in goods traffic during January, with volumes increasing by up to 25 per cent, propelled by disruptions in shipping routes caused by ongoing crises in the Red Sea region. This is based on a Reuters report. As attacks on vessels navigating the Red Sea prompt companies to reroute shipments via southern Africa, Spain emerges as a crucial transit hub, witnessing a substantial influx of maritime activity. According to insights provided by the Spanish retail and food industry association Aecoc, northern ports in Spain observed a surge in transit volumes, with some experiencing triple the usual traffic. This spike comes as traders seek alternative routes to circumvent widespread blockades by farmers across Europe, opting for maritime transportation over land routes. Key ports such as Las Palmas in the Canary Islands and Barcelona reported significant increases in merchandise volume, recording jumps of 25.4 per cent and 7.6 per cent respectively in January. Spain's geographical position makes its ports integral to shipping routes, especially for vessels opting to bypass the Red Sea and sail around southern Africa to mitigate risks posed by Houthi rebel attacks off the coast of Yemen. While the exact impact of the Red Sea crisis on Spanish port traffic requires further assessment, authorities acknowledge its role in influencing maritime logistics. Notably, the surge in transit volumes extends beyond southern ports, with northern counterparts like Santander and Bilbao witnessing exponential increases in goods traffic. The port of Santander attributes part of this rise to the expansion of its container terminal, enhancing its capacity to handle growing volumes of merchandise. Amid increased shipping activity, operators at the port of Santander have reported heightened interest from traders looking to send goods to Britain in recent weeks. (With inputs from Reuters)

Spain's ports witness surge in goods traffic amid Red Sea crisis

United States and the United Kingdom struck 18 Houthi targets inside Yemen in an answer to the recent attacks by the militia group on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aiden. According to US officials an American and British fighter jets hit sites in eight locations targeting missiles, launchers, Rockets, drones and air defense systems. This is the fourth time that the United States and British militaries have conducted a combined operation against the Houthis since January 12th. Watch to know more!

Red Sea Crisis: Vital Suez Canal shortcut stands disrupted amid attacks

U.S. and British forces carried out a new round of strikes in Yemen, targeting a Houthi underground storage site as well as missile and surveillance capabilities used by the Iran-aligned group against Red Sea shipping, the Pentagon said. Watch to know more!

Red Sea Crisis: US & UK fighter jets retaliate to surge in Red Sea attacks by Yemen's Houthis

Red Sea Crisis: US & UK retaliate to surge in Red Sea attacks by Yemen's Houthi

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia claimed on Tuesday (Feb 20) that they targeted an Israeli cargo ship, the "MSC Silver" with a number of missiles. The attack was said to be in the Gulf of Aden which is adjacent to the Red Sea, but Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea did not elaborate.&nbsp;

As reported by the news agency Reuters, the group said in a statement that it had also used drones to target a number of US warships.&nbsp;

As per the statement, the US vessels were attacked in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea as well as sites in the southern Israeli resort town of Eilat.&nbsp;

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The Houthis, who control Yemen's most populous regions, have targeted vessels with commercial ties to the US, Britain, and Israel, Reuters reported citing maritime and insurance sources.&nbsp;

In a post on X on Tuesday, Houthi spokesman Mohammed Abdul Salam said: "There is no danger to international or European navigation so long as there are no aggressive operations, and thus, there is no need to militarise the Red Sea."&nbsp;

"What the world is impatiently waiting for is not the militarisation of the Red Sea, but rather an urgent and comprehensive declaration of a ceasefire in Gaza, for humanitarian reasons that are clear to anyone," Salam added.&nbsp;

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Ambrey, which is a British maritime security firm, said that a container ship targeted by Houthis on Tuesday was Liberia-flagged and headed for Somalia. So far, it's not certain whether or not both incidents are the same.&nbsp;

"The Houthis characterised the vessel as Israeli. The operator was publicly listed as (in) cooperation with ZIM and regularly called (at) Israeli ports," the Ambrey advisory note said.

In another sources-based report, Reuters said that the&nbsp;Greek-flagged bulker Sea Champion arrived in the southern Yemeni port of Aden on Tuesday after being attacked in the Red Sea.&nbsp;

As per the unidentified sources, it appeared to have been a mistaken missile strike by the Houthi militia.&nbsp;

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<h2>US military drone shot down near Yemen</h2>

A US military Mq-9 drone was shot down near Yemen, according to two US sources, the second such incident in recent months.&nbsp;

One of the officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said initial information showed that the US drone was hit near Hodeidah on Monday. The official said information could change and did not say if the drone was in international airspace.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia claimed on Tuesday (Feb 20) that they targeted an Israeli cargo ship, the "MSC Silver" with a number of missiles. The attack was said to be in the Gulf of Aden which is adjacent to the Red Sea, but Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea did not elaborate.

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia claimed on Tuesday (Feb 20) that they targeted an Israeli cargo ship, the "MSC Silver" with a number of missiles. The attack was said to be in the Gulf of Aden which is adjacent to the Red Sea, but Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea did not elaborate. As reported by the news agency Reuters, the group said in a statement that it had also used drones to target a number of US warships. As per the statement, the US vessels were attacked in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea as well as sites in the southern Israeli resort town of Eilat. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: US again vetoes UN Security Council resolution for Gaza ceasefire The Houthis, who control Yemen's most populous regions, have targeted vessels with commercial ties to the US, Britain, and Israel, Reuters reported citing maritime and insurance sources. In a post on X on Tuesday, Houthi spokesman Mohammed Abdul Salam said: "There is no danger to international or European navigation so long as there are no aggressive operations, and thus, there is no need to militarise the Red Sea." "What the world is impatiently waiting for is not the militarisation of the Red Sea, but rather an urgent and comprehensive declaration of a ceasefire in Gaza, for humanitarian reasons that are clear to anyone," Salam added. Also read: Will India act as mediator to end Russia-Ukraine war? Jaishankar responds Ambrey, which is a British maritime security firm, said that a container ship targeted by Houthis on Tuesday was Liberia-flagged and headed for Somalia. So far, it's not certain whether or not both incidents are the same. "The Houthis characterised the vessel as Israeli. The operator was publicly listed as (in) cooperation with ZIM and regularly called (at) Israeli ports," the Ambrey advisory note said. In another sources-based report, Reuters said that the Greek-flagged bulker Sea Champion arrived in the southern Yemeni port of Aden on Tuesday after being attacked in the Red Sea. As per the unidentified sources, it appeared to have been a mistaken missile strike by the Houthi militia. Watch: Israel-Hamas war | US, EU warn Israel against Rafah offensive × US military drone shot down near Yemen A US military Mq-9 drone was shot down near Yemen, according to two US sources, the second such incident in recent months. One of the officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said initial information showed that the US drone was hit near Hodeidah on Monday. The official said information could change and did not say if the drone was in international airspace. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Red Sea Crisis: Yemen's Houthi group claims it attacked two US ships in Gulf of Aden

Houthi rebels have claimed one of their most significant strikes since they started mounting attacks at ships in the Red Sea. The Iran linked Rebels have targeted two US ships in the Gulf of Aden, they claim the hits were accurate. Watch to know more!

Red Sea Attacks: Houthi rebels attack two US vessels

The "Dilli Chalo" (let's go to Delhi) march, which is a&nbsp;farmers' protest against the Indian government, has been put on hold till February 21 after&nbsp;fourth round of talks&nbsp;between farmer unions and central ministers on Sunday (Feb 18). The talks in Chandigarh started at around 8.15 pm on Sunday and ended at around 1 am on Monday.

In the United States, a man in Minnesota shot dead two police officers and one paramedic. The man barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning. Three first responders were killed and one other was injured when the confrontation turned into a gunfight.

In other news from around the world, the crisis in the Red Sea escalated with the United States saying that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self-defence strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories.&nbsp;

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A domestic abuse incident escalated into a deadly armed encounter in the US state of Minnesota on Sunday (Feb 18) after a man shot dead two Burnsville police officers and one paramedic.&nbsp;The shooter, who has not yet been publicly identified, barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning.&nbsp;

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The United States said that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self defense strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories controlled by the country's Houthi rebels.&nbsp;

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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday (Feb 18) accused Israel of committing "genocide" against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;He further drew a comparison between Israeli military actions and Adolf Hitler's campaign to exterminate the Jewish people.

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The "Dilli Chalo" (let's go to Delhi) march, which is a farmers' protest against the Indian government, has been put on hold till February 21 after fourth round of talks between farmer unions and central ministers on Sunday (Feb 18).

The "Dilli Chalo" (let's go to Delhi) march, which is a farmers' protest against the Indian government, has been put on hold till February 21 after fourth round of talks between farmer unions and central ministers on Sunday (Feb 18). The talks in Chandigarh started at around 8.15 pm on Sunday and ended at around 1 am on Monday. In the United States, a man in Minnesota shot dead two police officers and one paramedic. The man barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning. Three first responders were killed and one other was injured when the confrontation turned into a gunfight. In other news from around the world, the crisis in the Red Sea escalated with the United States saying that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self-defence strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories. Click on the headlines to read more: Farmers' protest: 5-year plan to buy pulses, maize at MSP proposed; march into Delhi put on hold till Feb 21 A fourth round of talks was held between the Union ministers and farmer leaders on Sunday (Feb 18). Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Minister Arjun Munda, Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai arrived at Mahatma Gandhi Institute in Sector 26 in Chandigarh for the meeting which started at 8.15 pm and ended at around 1 am on Monday (Feb 19). Two officers, one medic shot dead during US domestic dispute call A domestic abuse incident escalated into a deadly armed encounter in the US state of Minnesota on Sunday (Feb 18) after a man shot dead two Burnsville police officers and one paramedic. The shooter, who has not yet been publicly identified, barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning. Red Sea crisis: Houthis use unmanned underwater vessels for first time, US says The United States said that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self defense strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories controlled by the country's Houthi rebels. Brazilian President Lula accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza, Netanyahu responds Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday (Feb 18) accused Israel of committing "genocide" against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. He further drew a comparison between Israeli military actions and Adolf Hitler's campaign to exterminate the Jewish people. Watch | Afghan province orders officials not to photograph living things ×

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Red Sea crisis: The United States said that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self defense strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories controlled by the country's Houthi rebels.&nbsp;

The Houthis declared an unprecedented offensive against US maritime assets in the Red Sea on October 23 last year in purported solidarity with Palestinians under attack in Gaza following Israel's retaliatory state of war after the October 7 Hamas attacks. While they initially claimed that their state of offensive was specifically against Israel-linked merchant vessels, in the forthcoming weeks, several merchant vessels from other nations also came under attack&nbsp;— stoking a heightened deployment of maritime assets by the US and allies in the region.&nbsp;

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"This is the first observed Houthi employment of a UUV since attacks began in Oct. 23," the US Central Command said.&nbsp;

It also said that the military equipment allegedly possessed by the Houthi rebels in Yemen "presented an imminent threat to the US Navy ships and merchant vessels in the region", and thus they determined to target them on February 17.

"These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for US Navy and merchant vessels," the US Central Command reasoned.&nbsp;

Earlier on Feb 16, the US&nbsp;State Department announced that a Panamanian-flagged tanker carrying crude oil bound for India was struck by a missile in the Red Sea.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/red-sea-ship-attacks-inside-disrupted-shipping-route-over-west-asias-gate-of-tears-673216">Red Sea ship attacks: Inside disrupted shipping route through West Asia's 'gate of tears'</a>

Around 20,000 ships transit every year through the Suez Canal, carrying millions of barrels of oil every day as well as&nbsp;goods made in Asia.

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According to the London-based International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), 12 per cent of the world's ship-borne trade passes through the Red Sea. The Houthi attacks have therefore&nbsp;disrupted one of the world's busiest shipping routes as shipping companies&nbsp;are using a much longer route to Europe around southern Africa instead.

The US and allies have been carrying out air strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen since 11 January. There have been several more strikes on maritime vessels&nbsp;since then.

US President Joe Biden said they were in "direct response" to the attacks on Red Sea ships, which "jeopardised trade, and threatened freedom of navigation".

(With inputs from agencies)

Red Sea crisis: The United States said that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self defense strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories controlled by the country's Houthi rebels.

Red Sea crisis: The United States said that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self defense strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories controlled by the country's Houthi rebels. The Houthis declared an unprecedented offensive against US maritime assets in the Red Sea on October 23 last year in purported solidarity with Palestinians under attack in Gaza following Israel's retaliatory state of war after the October 7 Hamas attacks. While they initially claimed that their state of offensive was specifically against Israel-linked merchant vessels, in the forthcoming weeks, several merchant vessels from other nations also came under attack — stoking a heightened deployment of maritime assets by the US and allies in the region. Also watch | The war comes to The Red Sea × "This is the first observed Houthi employment of a UUV since attacks began in Oct. 23," the US Central Command said. It also said that the military equipment allegedly possessed by the Houthi rebels in Yemen "presented an imminent threat to the US Navy ships and merchant vessels in the region", and thus they determined to target them on February 17. "These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for US Navy and merchant vessels," the US Central Command reasoned. Earlier on Feb 16, the US State Department announced that a Panamanian-flagged tanker carrying crude oil bound for India was struck by a missile in the Red Sea. Also read | Red Sea ship attacks: Inside disrupted shipping route through West Asia's 'gate of tears' Around 20,000 ships transit every year through the Suez Canal, carrying millions of barrels of oil every day as well as goods made in Asia. According to the London-based International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), 12 per cent of the world's ship-borne trade passes through the Red Sea. The Houthi attacks have therefore disrupted one of the world's busiest shipping routes as shipping companies are using a much longer route to Europe around southern Africa instead. The US and allies have been carrying out air strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen since 11 January. There have been several more strikes on maritime vessels since then. US President Joe Biden said they were in "direct response" to the attacks on Red Sea ships, which "jeopardised trade, and threatened freedom of navigation". (With inputs from agencies)

Red Sea crisis: Houthis use unmanned underwater vessels for first time, says US

In the wake of the Red Sea crisis, which has ignited a surge in ocean freight rates, there are emerging indications that the upward trajectory of shipping costs on crucial trade routes may be tapering off, CNBC reported.

Analysis of cargo data by Xeneta reveals a decline in shipping rates from Asia to the US, offering potential respite for US shippers grappling with soaring freight expenses.

Recent data from Xeneta suggests a slight decrease in container rates, with rates per 40-foot equivalent unit (FEU) falling from $6,260 to $6,100 on February 15.

Similarly, rates from the Far East to the US West Coast have dipped from $4,730 to $4,680 during the same period.

While the threat marked by the recent attack on a bulk carrier near Yemen to maritime operations persists , the observed decline in shipping rates presents a contrasting trend.

Impact on US shippers

For US importers, the moderation in ocean freight rates signals a potential alleviation of financial strain.

Despite the ongoing maritime threats, the recent data suggests a peak in spot rates from the Far East to the US has potentially been reached, offering a glimmer of hope for importers navigating the aftermath of the Red Sea attacks.

However, US East Coast spot rates remain significantly elevated compared to previous months, highlighting the lingering impact of the crisis.

Future Projections and Industry Outlook

The timing of the rate adjustments holds significance for upcoming negotiations between ocean freight carriers and shippers in early March.

While carriers aim to maintain elevated rates, Xeneta's analysis hints at further rate decreases in the coming days, posing challenges for negotiations.

Moreover, the decline in shipping rates coincides with a period of decreased demand for Asian manufacturing, compounded by the Lunar New Year slowdown.

However, post-holiday resumption of manufacturing activities could influence pricing dynamics in the future.

In the wake of the Red Sea crisis, which has ignited a surge in ocean freight rates, there are emerging indications that the upward trajectory of shipping costs on crucial trade routes may be tapering off, CNBC reported.

In the wake of the Red Sea crisis, which has ignited a surge in ocean freight rates, there are emerging indications that the upward trajectory of shipping costs on crucial trade routes may be tapering off, CNBC reported. Analysis of cargo data by Xeneta reveals a decline in shipping rates from Asia to the US, offering potential respite for US shippers grappling with soaring freight expenses. Recent data from Xeneta suggests a slight decrease in container rates, with rates per 40-foot equivalent unit (FEU) falling from $6,260 to $6,100 on February 15. Similarly, rates from the Far East to the US West Coast have dipped from $4,730 to $4,680 during the same period. While the threat marked by the recent attack on a bulk carrier near Yemen to maritime operations persists , the observed decline in shipping rates presents a contrasting trend. Impact on US shippers For US importers, the moderation in ocean freight rates signals a potential alleviation of financial strain. Despite the ongoing maritime threats, the recent data suggests a peak in spot rates from the Far East to the US has potentially been reached, offering a glimmer of hope for importers navigating the aftermath of the Red Sea attacks. However, US East Coast spot rates remain significantly elevated compared to previous months, highlighting the lingering impact of the crisis. Future Projections and Industry Outlook The timing of the rate adjustments holds significance for upcoming negotiations between ocean freight carriers and shippers in early March. While carriers aim to maintain elevated rates, Xeneta's analysis hints at further rate decreases in the coming days, posing challenges for negotiations. Moreover, the decline in shipping rates coincides with a period of decreased demand for Asian manufacturing, compounded by the Lunar New Year slowdown. However, post-holiday resumption of manufacturing activities could influence pricing dynamics in the future.

Red Sea crisis: Relief to US shippers as ocean freight rates show signs of easing

Djibouti has intensified coast guard patrols along its strategic waterways as the Red Sea crisis unfolds. The horn of Africa nation has achieved economic growth during the past decade and the ongoing crisis could negatively impact the coastal nation.

Red Sea Crisis: Tale of the vulnerable Djibouti

The United States intends to launch further strikes at Iran-backed groups in the Middle East, the White House national security adviser said, after hitting Tehran-aligned factions in Iraq, Syria and Yemen.

US intends more strikes against Iran-backed groups, says White House

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