A fighter pilot in the United States (US) Navy has become the first American woman to score a victory in air-to-air combat. A report by CNN on Monday (July 22) said that the pilot was not identified.

A fighter pilot in the United States (US) Navy has become the first American woman to score a victory in air-to-air combat. A report by CNN on Monday (July 22) said that the pilot was not identified. The pilot was flying an F/A-18 Super Hornet off the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D Eisenhower as part of Strike Fighter Squadron 32, nicknamed the “Flying Swordsmen.” The air-to-air combat victory came against a one-way Houthi attack drone in the Red Sea, one of dozens the Yemen-based group has deployed against civilian merchant ships in the region and nearby waters in reaction to the ongoing Gaza war, CNN reported citing the Carrier Strike Group 2. Over 20 missiles fired against Houthi drones The Swordsmen, one of four strike fighter squadrons deployed on the Eisenhower, fired over 20 air-to-air missiles against the Houthi drones during the missions, the navy said. Also read | US Navy veteran accused of crashing into FBI office has an online history linked to QAnon: Reports During one such mission, the VFA-32 became home to the first US female pilot to engage and kill in air-to-air combat. A historic service The Flying Swordsmen finished its deployment earlier this month and returned to the Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach on July 14. The navy called the squadron's service historic. In a statement, Commander Jason Hoch, the commanding officer of the squadron, said, "The success of the entire squadron over the past nine months is a testament to all the members of the command and their friends and family at home that support them." "I couldn't be prouder of the Swordsmen's performance day-in and day-out in incredibly demanding conditions," Hoch added. (With inputs from agencies)

US Navy fighter pilot becomes first American woman to score air-to-air victory

With increased strikes on vessels the Houthi trouble for Israel seems to be gaining momentum. In the latest strikes announced early on Sunday Houthi rebels have struck four ships at Israel's Northern Haifa Port. Watch in for more details!

Houthis, Iraqi militants claim attack on US carrier in Red Sea, US officials deny attack on vessel

American forces on Wednesday (June 19) announced that they have destroyed two Houthi rebel sites in Yemen following a spate of ship attacks by the rebel group.&nbsp;

"USCENTCOM forces successfully destroyed one ground control station and one command-and-control node," in a Houthi area of Yemen, the military command announced on X. CENTCOM also took out two Houthi "uncrewed surface vessels (USV) in the Red Sea" within the last 24 hours.&nbsp;

Previously, on Tuesday, CENTCOM reported destroying eight Houthi drones.

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Meanwhile, the MV Tutor, a merchant ship left abandoned after a Houthi attack last week, is believed to have sunk, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The ship, Liberia-flagged and owned by the Greeks, was hit by a sea drone and aerial projectile on June 12. A Filipino crew member&nbsp;believed to have been in the ship's engine room at the time of the attack was reportedly killed.

"Military authorities report maritime debris and oil sighted in the (Tutor's) last reported location," said the UKMTO in a security update.&nbsp;

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It added, "The vessel is believed to have sunk."

Just a couple of months back, on March 2, a Houthi attack led to the sinking of the UK-owned Rubymar. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>US and UK seek to weaken Houthis</h2>

The Houthis have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November 2023. These attacks, they claim, are in support of Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas war.

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In response to the attacks, the United States and the United Kingdom have launched strikes to weaken the Iran-backed rebels' attack capabilities. Additionally, as per AFP, an international effort has been trying to intercept drones and missiles fired at ships.

Since November, the Houthis, at war with a Saudi-led coalition after ousting the government from Sanaa in 2014, have launched numerous drone and missile attacks on shipping vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. These attacks have driven up insurance costs for transiting vessels, causing many shipping firms to take the longer route around Africa's southern tip.

(With inputs from agencies)

American forces on Wednesday (June 19) announced that they have destroyed two Houthi rebel sites in Yemen following a spate of ship attacks by the rebel group. "USCENTCOM forces successfully destroyed one ground control station and one command-and-control node," in a Houthi area of Yemen, the military command announced on X.

American forces on Wednesday (June 19) announced that they have destroyed two Houthi rebel sites in Yemen following a spate of ship attacks by the rebel group. "USCENTCOM forces successfully destroyed one ground control station and one command-and-control node," in a Houthi area of Yemen, the military command announced on X. CENTCOM also took out two Houthi "uncrewed surface vessels (USV) in the Red Sea" within the last 24 hours. Previously, on Tuesday, CENTCOM reported destroying eight Houthi drones. Also read | Yemen’s Houthi rebels believed to have sunk second ship in Red Sea after deadly attack Meanwhile, the MV Tutor, a merchant ship left abandoned after a Houthi attack last week, is believed to have sunk, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The ship, Liberia-flagged and owned by the Greeks, was hit by a sea drone and aerial projectile on June 12. A Filipino crew member believed to have been in the ship's engine room at the time of the attack was reportedly killed. "Military authorities report maritime debris and oil sighted in the (Tutor's) last reported location," said the UKMTO in a security update. It added, "The vessel is believed to have sunk." Just a couple of months back, on March 2, a Houthi attack led to the sinking of the UK-owned Rubymar. US and UK seek to weaken Houthis The Houthis have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November 2023. These attacks, they claim, are in support of Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas war. Also read | Crew abandons cargo ship hit in missile attack by Houthi rebels: US military In response to the attacks, the United States and the United Kingdom have launched strikes to weaken the Iran-backed rebels' attack capabilities. Additionally, as per AFP, an international effort has been trying to intercept drones and missiles fired at ships. Since November, the Houthis, at war with a Saudi-led coalition after ousting the government from Sanaa in 2014, have launched numerous drone and missile attacks on shipping vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. These attacks have driven up insurance costs for transiting vessels, causing many shipping firms to take the longer route around Africa's southern tip. (With inputs from agencies)

US forces destroy two Houthi targets in Yemen amid Red Sea ship attacks

The Iranian-backed Yemen-based Houthi militants are believed to have sunk a second ship in the Red Sea named the Tutor after allegedly killing one sailor on board, said media reports citing officials, on Wednesday (Jun 19).&nbsp;

<h2>Tutor&nbsp;'believed to have sunk'</h2>

Last week, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned-and-operated, Tutor coal carrier was attacked and taking on water.&nbsp;

“Military authorities report maritime debris and oil sighted in the (Tutor’s) last reported location,” said the UKMTO in a security update. It added, “The vessel is believed to have sunk.”

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The attack and sinking of the bulk carrier marks what appears to be a new escalation by the Houthis who have been targeting shipping through the vital maritime corridor ever&nbsp;since the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas began in Gaza.&nbsp;

<h2>Deadly attack by militant group</h2>

The Tutor came under attack on June 12. The vessel, as per reports, was struck by missiles and an explosive-laden remote-controlled boat.&nbsp;

One of the crew members, who is believed to have been in the ship’s engine room at the time of the attack, remains missing, reported Reuters.&nbsp;

White House national security spokesman, John Kirby, on Monday (Jun 17) said that the attack killed “a crew member who hailed from the Philippines.” Manila has yet to confirm or acknowledge the reported death.&nbsp;

<h2>Houthis continue to attack in Red Sea</h2>

If confirmed,&nbsp;Tutor would be the second ship sunk by the Houthis,&nbsp;months&nbsp;after their attacks led to the sinking of the UK-owned Rubymar. The ship went down on March 2, about two weeks after being targeted by missiles.

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Last week, the crew on board M/V Verbena, a Palauan-flagged ship, was forced to abandon the vessel after they were unable to contain a fire sparked due to a missile attack by the Houthis in the Gulf of Aden.&nbsp;

The ship, which was reportedly loaded with wood construction material, had also sustained damage and is now drifting and vulnerable to sinking or further assaults.

Since the beginning of their campaign, which the Houthis claim is in support of the Palestinians in Gaza amid the ongoing war, the militant group has seized vessels and killed three sailors in separate attacks.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The Iranian-backed Yemen-based Houthi militants are believed to have sunk a second ship in the Red Sea named the Tutor after allegedly killing one sailor on board, said media reports citing officials, on Wednesday (Jun 19).

The Iranian-backed Yemen-based Houthi militants are believed to have sunk a second ship in the Red Sea named the Tutor after allegedly killing one sailor on board, said media reports citing officials, on Wednesday (Jun 19). Tutor 'believed to have sunk' Last week, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned-and-operated, Tutor coal carrier was attacked and taking on water. “Military authorities report maritime debris and oil sighted in the (Tutor’s) last reported location,” said the UKMTO in a security update. It added, “The vessel is believed to have sunk.” The attack and sinking of the bulk carrier marks what appears to be a new escalation by the Houthis who have been targeting shipping through the vital maritime corridor ever since the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas began in Gaza. Deadly attack by militant group The Tutor came under attack on June 12. The vessel, as per reports, was struck by missiles and an explosive-laden remote-controlled boat. One of the crew members, who is believed to have been in the ship’s engine room at the time of the attack, remains missing, reported Reuters. White House national security spokesman, John Kirby, on Monday (Jun 17) said that the attack killed “a crew member who hailed from the Philippines.” Manila has yet to confirm or acknowledge the reported death. Houthis continue to attack in Red Sea If confirmed, Tutor would be the second ship sunk by the Houthis, months after their attacks led to the sinking of the UK-owned Rubymar. The ship went down on March 2, about two weeks after being targeted by missiles. Also Read | Crew abandons cargo ship hit in missile attack by Houthi rebels: US military Last week, the crew on board M/V Verbena, a Palauan-flagged ship, was forced to abandon the vessel after they were unable to contain a fire sparked due to a missile attack by the Houthis in the Gulf of Aden. The ship, which was reportedly loaded with wood construction material, had also sustained damage and is now drifting and vulnerable to sinking or further assaults. Since the beginning of their campaign, which the Houthis claim is in support of the Palestinians in Gaza amid the ongoing war, the militant group has seized vessels and killed three sailors in separate attacks. (With inputs from agencies)

Yemen’s Houthi rebels believed to have sunk second ship in Red Sea after deadly attack

The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned the ship, the US military said on Saturday (Jun 15).

Another cargo ship, the Anna Meta, rescued the crew, said the US Central Command or CENTCOM.

This comes days after the American forces in the region said two cruise missiles launched by the militant group struck the vessel.&nbsp;

<h2>Crew abandons M/V Verbena&nbsp;ship&nbsp;</h2>

The M/V Verbena, a Palauan-flagged, Ukrainian-owned, and Polish-operated ship, had been targeted on Thursday (Jun 13) in two separate missile attacks, CENTCOM said.&nbsp;

At around 1:45 pm (Sanaa time), the crew issued a “distress call indicating they were abandoning the ship,” it added in a statement.

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The Iran-backed militant group has been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since the beginning of the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza. Houthis claim the attacks are in solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;

According to the US military, the crew on board the Verbena issued the distress call because it could not control fires sparked by the attack.&nbsp;

“The Iranian frigate IRIN Jamaran was eight nautical miles from M/V Verbena and did not respond to the distress call,” the CENTCOM added.&nbsp;

The attack left one sailor severely injured, who was later evacuated by US forces in the region.&nbsp;

Houthi spokesperson Yahya Sarea had said the ship Verbena was “hit directly, leading to a fire breaking out on board.”

Sarea also confirmed attacks on two other ships – Seaguardian and Athina.&nbsp;

<h2>Cargo ship flooded, abandoned after attack</h2>

On Wednesday (Jun 12), another cargo ship named M/V Tutor was abandoned after it was struck by a sea drone off the rebel-held city of Hodeida.&nbsp;

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The attack, according to the British Navy-run United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, caused serious flooding.

<h2>‘Warning to all companies’</h2>

Referring to the attacks on the Verbena and the Tutor, a Houthi spokesperson said on Saturday (Jun 15) that these “operations are dedicated...to our brothers fighting in Gaza”.&nbsp;

The statement also renewed its “warning to all companies about the consequences of dealing with Israel”.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned the ship, the US military said on Saturday (Jun 15).

The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned the ship, the US military said on Saturday (Jun 15). Another cargo ship, the Anna Meta, rescued the crew, said the US Central Command or CENTCOM. This comes days after the American forces in the region said two cruise missiles launched by the militant group struck the vessel. Crew abandons M/V Verbena ship The M/V Verbena, a Palauan-flagged, Ukrainian-owned, and Polish-operated ship, had been targeted on Thursday (Jun 13) in two separate missile attacks, CENTCOM said. At around 1:45 pm (Sanaa time), the crew issued a “distress call indicating they were abandoning the ship,” it added in a statement. WATCH | Greece-owned coal carrier attacked by Yemeni Houthi militants The Iran-backed militant group has been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since the beginning of the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza. Houthis claim the attacks are in solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. According to the US military, the crew on board the Verbena issued the distress call because it could not control fires sparked by the attack. “The Iranian frigate IRIN Jamaran was eight nautical miles from M/V Verbena and did not respond to the distress call,” the CENTCOM added. The attack left one sailor severely injured, who was later evacuated by US forces in the region. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Sarea had said the ship Verbena was “hit directly, leading to a fire breaking out on board.” Sarea also confirmed attacks on two other ships – Seaguardian and Athina. Cargo ship flooded, abandoned after attack On Wednesday (Jun 12), another cargo ship named M/V Tutor was abandoned after it was struck by a sea drone off the rebel-held city of Hodeida. Also Read | Houthis strike cargo carrier in the Gulf of Aden with cruise missiles The attack, according to the British Navy-run United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, caused serious flooding. ‘Warning to all companies’ Referring to the attacks on the Verbena and the Tutor, a Houthi spokesperson said on Saturday (Jun 15) that these “operations are dedicated...to our brothers fighting in Gaza”. The statement also renewed its “warning to all companies about the consequences of dealing with Israel”. (With inputs from agencies)

Crew abandons cargo ship hit in missile attack by Houthi rebels: US military

According to the US Central Command, the US launched more strikes against Houthi ballistic missiles in Yemen on Tuesday. Following Houthi's launch of an anti-ship ballistic missile into international maritime lanes in the Southern Red Sea from Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen, the US initiated attacks.

US becomes Houthi's "unexpected foe" in the Red Sea as US Navy carries out new strikes against Houthis in Yemen

Yemen's Houthis on Friday said they targeted two vessels in the Red Sea with drones and missiles, but there was no independent confirmation of the purported attacks.

Houthis-US battle on the frontline: Houthis targeted Greek-owned ship damaged in the Red Sea

Greece-owned coal carrier attacked by Yemeni Houthi militants

Houthis target US ships: Inside US Navy's frontline fight against the Houthis

The US military said that two cruise missiles launched by Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels struck a bulk cargo carrier in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday. The strike severely injured a sailor who was evacuated by American forces in an aircraft from the USS Philippine Sea (CG 58).&nbsp;

In a statement, the US Central Command said that the M/V Verbena, a Palauan-flagged, Ukrainian-owned, Polish-operated ship, "reported damage and subsequent fires on board. The crew continues to fight the fire. One civilian mariner was severely injured during the attack". The cargo carrier had docked in Malaysia and was on its way to Italy carrying wood.&nbsp;

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"Aircraft from USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) medically evacuated the injured mariner to a partner force ship nearby for medical attention," CENTCOM said adding that "this continued reckless behavior by the Iranian-backed Huthis threatens regional stability and endangers the lives of mariners across the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden".&nbsp;

This attack is the latest such assault in the Houthis' campaign over the Israel-Hamas war. They have said that they attack vessels in solidarity with Palestinians. The Houthis have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November 2023.&nbsp;

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CENTCOM said that the Houthis are targeting and threatening the lives of third-country nationals who have nothing to do with the conflict in Gaza.&nbsp;

The ongoing threat is a major hurdle for the authorities to safely assist vessels in the region and the&nbsp;Houthis are making it harder to deliver critical assistance to the people of Yemen as well as to Gaza, CENTCOM added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Ship bound to India damaged recently&nbsp;</h2>

The latest attack comes a day after 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).&nbsp;

UKMTO, which is run by Britain's Royal Navy, said in an official release that it&nbsp;received a report of an incident 66NM southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen.&nbsp;

News agency Reuters reported that a Greek shipping ministry source, confirmed&nbsp;the incident and said that the vessel was also attacked from the air. The source also revealed that the ship was sailing to India when it was hit.&nbsp;

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".&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The US military said that two cruise missiles launched by Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels struck a bulk cargo carrier in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday. The strike severely injured a sailor who was evacuated by American forces in an aircraft from the USS Philippine Sea (CG 58).

The US military said that two cruise missiles launched by Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels struck a bulk cargo carrier in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday. The strike severely injured a sailor who was evacuated by American forces in an aircraft from the USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). In a statement, the US Central Command said that the M/V Verbena, a Palauan-flagged, Ukrainian-owned, Polish-operated ship, "reported damage and subsequent fires on board. The crew continues to fight the fire. One civilian mariner was severely injured during the attack". The cargo carrier had docked in Malaysia and was on its way to Italy carrying wood. Also read: Iran defies IAEA with new uranium enrichment plans, to install new cascades in Natanz and Fordow "Aircraft from USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) medically evacuated the injured mariner to a partner force ship nearby for medical attention," CENTCOM said adding that "this continued reckless behavior by the Iranian-backed Huthis threatens regional stability and endangers the lives of mariners across the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden". This attack is the latest such assault in the Houthis' campaign over the Israel-Hamas war. They have said that they attack vessels in solidarity with Palestinians. The Houthis have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November 2023. Also read: Saudi Arabia's petrodollar deal with US expires with no new agreement in place CENTCOM said that the Houthis are targeting and threatening the lives of third-country nationals who have nothing to do with the conflict in Gaza. The ongoing threat is a major hurdle for the authorities to safely assist vessels in the region and the Houthis are making it harder to deliver critical assistance to the people of Yemen as well as to Gaza, CENTCOM added. Watch: Biden says, 'Hamas biggest 'hang-up' to Gaza truce' × Ship bound to India damaged recently The latest attack comes a day after 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). UKMTO, which is run by Britain's Royal Navy, said in an official release that it received a report of an incident 66NM southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen. News agency Reuters reported that a Greek shipping ministry source, confirmed the incident and said that the vessel was also attacked from the air. The source also revealed 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". (With inputs from agencies)

Houthis strike cargo carrier in the Gulf of Aden with cruise missiles

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

Houthis target US ships: Houthis target two vessels over Red Sea

Yemen's Houthis launched a missile attack in the direction of the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea in response to U.S. and British strikes on Yemen, the Iranian-backed group's military spokesperson Yahya Saree said on Friday.

A U.S. defense official told Reuters they were not aware of any attack on the Eisenhower. 
Six U.S. and British strikes have killed 16 people and wounded 41, including civilians, Saree said in a televised statement.

Strikes on the province of Hodeidah targeted the port of Salif, a radio building in Al-Hawk district, Ghalifa camp and two houses, Saree said.

Watch: Yemen's Houthi rebels claim shooting down of American drone

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The U.S. and British militaries said they launched strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen on Thursday to deter the militant group from further disrupting shipping in the Red Sea.

The U.S. Central Command said U.S. and British forces had hit 13 targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

The British defence ministry said the joint operation targeted three locations in the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah, which it said housed drones and surface-to-air weapons.

"As ever, the utmost care was taken in planning the strikes to minimise any risk to civilians or non-military infrastructure," the British defence ministry said.

"Conducting the strikes in the hours of darkness should also have mitigated yet further any such risks." 
Houthi spokesperson Mohamed Abdelsalam said the strikes were a "brutal aggression" against Yemen as punishment for its support of Gaza.

Iran condemned the strikes as "violations of Yemen's sovereignty and territorial integrity..., international laws and human rights", Iranian state media reported.

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"The aggressor U.S. and British governments are responsible for the consequences of these crimes against the Yemeni people," Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani said.

The Houthis, who control Yemen's capital and most populous areas, have attacked international shipping in the Red Sea region since November in solidarity with the Palestinians in the war between Israel and Hamas, drawing retaliatory U.S. and British strikes since February.

Yemen's Houthis launched a missile attack in the direction of the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea in response to U.S. and British strikes on Yemen, the Iranian-backed group's military spokesperson Yahya Saree said on Friday.

Yemen's Houthis launched a missile attack in the direction of the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea in response to U.S. and British strikes on Yemen, the Iranian-backed group's military spokesperson Yahya Saree said on Friday. A U.S. defense official told Reuters they were not aware of any attack on the Eisenhower. Six U.S. and British strikes have killed 16 people and wounded 41, including civilians, Saree said in a televised statement. Strikes on the province of Hodeidah targeted the port of Salif, a radio building in Al-Hawk district, Ghalifa camp and two houses, Saree said. Watch: Yemen's Houthi rebels claim shooting down of American drone × The U.S. and British militaries said they launched strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen on Thursday to deter the militant group from further disrupting shipping in the Red Sea. The U.S. Central Command said U.S. and British forces had hit 13 targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. The British defence ministry said the joint operation targeted three locations in the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah, which it said housed drones and surface-to-air weapons. "As ever, the utmost care was taken in planning the strikes to minimise any risk to civilians or non-military infrastructure," the British defence ministry said. "Conducting the strikes in the hours of darkness should also have mitigated yet further any such risks." Houthi spokesperson Mohamed Abdelsalam said the strikes were a "brutal aggression" against Yemen as punishment for its support of Gaza. Iran condemned the strikes as "violations of Yemen's sovereignty and territorial integrity..., international laws and human rights", Iranian state media reported. Also read: Houthis claim missile attack on Israel, IDF confirms “suspicious aerial target” hit port town Eilat "The aggressor U.S. and British governments are responsible for the consequences of these crimes against the Yemeni people," Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani said. The Houthis, who control Yemen's capital and most populous areas, have attacked international shipping in the Red Sea region since November in solidarity with the Palestinians in the war between Israel and Hamas, drawing retaliatory U.S. and British strikes since February.

Houthis claim to launch missile attack on US aircraft carrier in Red Sea

A surge of attacks on ships in the red sea is forcing a major rerouting of global shipping routes. This disruption is causing significant delays and, more importantly, a sharp rise in carbon emissions.

Red Sea attacks: Extended shipping routes add to global carbon emissions

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.

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim shooting down of American drone

Yemen's Houthi rebels on Wednesday (May 15) claimed to have targeted a US Navy destroyer and a commercial ship in the Red Sea. The group said that they had targeted a warship and a vessel called 'Destiny'.&nbsp;

The Houthis' military spokesman Yahya Sarea said in a televised speech that they had targeted an American destroyer called 'Maysun'&nbsp;in the Red Sea with a number of 'appropriate naval missiles'.&nbsp;

Sarea also added that Houthis targeted the vessel 'Destiny' because it had been en route to the Israeli port of Eilat on April 20.&nbsp;

He did not specify the dates when the two ships were targeted, but a report by the news agency The Associated Press mentioned that the attack happened nearly two days earlier.&nbsp;

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Such attacks have been happening in the aftermath of the Israel-Hamas war, which started on October 7. Months of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea have hampered global shipping.&nbsp;

The attacks have also forced companies to reroute to longer and more expensive voyages around southern Africa, and fuelled fears that the Israel-Hamas conflict may destabilise the entire West Asia.&nbsp;

The US Maritime Administration said that the Houthis have launched more than 50 attacks on shipping, seized one vessel and sunk another since November.&nbsp;

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<h2>Do&nbsp;the Houthis have hypersonic missile?&nbsp;</h2>

In March, Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi claimed to have successfully tested a hypersonic missile. The claim was made by the group to Russian media. Citing a source, Sputnik reported, "Missile forces of the movement have successfully tested a missile that can reach speeds of up to Mach 8 [6,200 miles per hour] and is powered by solid fuel."&nbsp;

The reports have mentioned that the Iran-backed rebel group is planning to begin manufacturing the missiles for use against targets in the Red Sea, the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Aden, as well as Israel.&nbsp;

Hypersonic weapons fly at speeds higher than Mach 5 and the one claimed to have tested by Houthis is Mach 8 which is eight times the speed of sound. Such missiles could pose crucial challenges to missile defence systems because of their speed and manoeuvrability.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving &nbsp;Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Yemen's Houthi rebels on Wednesday (May 15) claimed to have targeted a US Navy destroyer and a commercial ship in the Red Sea. The group said that they had targeted a warship and a vessel called 'Destiny'.

Yemen's Houthi rebels on Wednesday (May 15) claimed to have targeted a US Navy destroyer and a commercial ship in the Red Sea. The group said that they had targeted a warship and a vessel called 'Destiny'. The Houthis' military spokesman Yahya Sarea said in a televised speech that they had targeted an American destroyer called 'Maysun' in the Red Sea with a number of 'appropriate naval missiles'. Sarea also added that Houthis targeted the vessel 'Destiny' because it had been en route to the Israeli port of Eilat on April 20. He did not specify the dates when the two ships were targeted, but a report by the news agency The Associated Press mentioned that the attack happened nearly two days earlier. Also read: War rages across Gaza Strip, Israel claims to have intensified operations in Jabalia refugee camp Such attacks have been happening in the aftermath of the Israel-Hamas war, which started on October 7. Months of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea have hampered global shipping. The attacks have also forced companies to reroute to longer and more expensive voyages around southern Africa, and fuelled fears that the Israel-Hamas conflict may destabilise the entire West Asia. The US Maritime Administration said that the Houthis have launched more than 50 attacks on shipping, seized one vessel and sunk another since November. Also read: Mysterious new symbol appears on Russia’s military equipment. Here’s what it is Watch: US sanctions target Russian schemes to evade sanctions × Do the Houthis have hypersonic missile? In March, Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi claimed to have successfully tested a hypersonic missile. The claim was made by the group to Russian media. Citing a source, Sputnik reported, "Missile forces of the movement have successfully tested a missile that can reach speeds of up to Mach 8 [6,200 miles per hour] and is powered by solid fuel." The reports have mentioned that the Iran-backed rebel group is planning to begin manufacturing the missiles for use against targets in the Red Sea, the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Aden, as well as Israel. Hypersonic weapons fly at speeds higher than Mach 5 and the one claimed to have tested by Houthis is Mach 8 which is eight times the speed of sound. Such missiles could pose crucial challenges to missile defence systems because of their speed and manoeuvrability. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Yemen’s Houthis claim to have targeted US warship and vessel ‘Destiny’ in Red Sea

After a historic 7-month deployment that saw some of the most dangerous engagements in recent American Naval history, the destroyer USS Carney back in the United States.

US: USS' Carney returns after six months of deployment in Red Sea

Surge in attacks by Houthi militants in the Red Sea is wreaking havoc on global Shipping but major shipping companies like Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have been forced to re-route vessels around Africa's Cape of Good Hope adding significant distance and cost to their Journeys. Watch in for more details!

Red Sea Crisis: Hapag-Lloyd joins Maersk in rerouting vessels amid Red Sea attacks

Seven months since the October 7 Hamas attack last year, Israel continues to inflict pain on the Palestinians ignoring proportionality, a fundamental principle of the International Laws of Armed Conflict.

Seven months since the October 7 Hamas attack last year, Israel continues to inflict pain on the Palestinians ignoring proportionality, a fundamental principle of the International Laws of Armed Conflict. Nothing seems to stop them. They bash on regardless of a UN resolution to stop the assault, domestic demands from within Israel, gathering angst from the world over, cases at ICJ and ICC or increasing threat of sanctions. Likewise, nothing seems to deter the Houthis from continuing their wanton destruction in the Red Sea in response to the Israeli offensive against Palestinians. Even Operation Prosperity Guardian led by the US Navy, involving several other modern navies has not borne fruit. News that the US has appealed to Iran to rein in the Houthis was bad enough an indicator of the world’s helplessness. Subsequent reports about the US offer to remove the Houthis from a terror list as quid pro quo for peace in the Red Sea prove the world’s impotence in deterring committed adversaries who are willing to die to win their goals. Tim Lenderking, President Joe Biden’s special envoy for Yemen removed any lingering hope when he admitted on April 3 that the US favours a diplomatic solution and that they “know that there is no military solution”. As per media reports, US aircraft carrier Dwight Eisenhower deployed with great fanfare in the Red Sea has left the area and several navies including the US Navy are only escorting high-value ships through the area now. This is an important reality for international trade. The merchant marine has no option but to co-exist with perennial strife in the foreseeable future. As of now, there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Here is why. Several other factors combine with perennial strife to form an uncomfortable new normal for ships at sea. First among them is the inevitable dependence on choke points where ships become easy targets owing to restrictions that constricted spaces and traffic density place on their movements at these points. Second, is the ease of targeting as ship identities, positions and details of their traverse cannot be hidden near choke points and live updates on them can easily be fed to adversaries. Third, is the easy availability of low-cost, over-the-shelf or indigenous technologies and materials that completely preclude any chance the world may have in preventing the unwanted proliferation of modern non-traditional weapons and ordnance delivery platforms. Fourth, is the impending shift of anti-shipping offensives to the underwater realm, buoyed by the success of Ukraine’s surface and below-surface drones which drove the mighty Russian Navy away from the operationally important parts of the Black Sea. Fifth, is the multitude of conflicts and potential conflicts that abound the worldover, mostly embers from the age of European colonialism which can be fanned to infernos at will. That non-state actors dominate several of these conflicts further increases the degree of difficulty for states or global organisations like the UN in resolving them. All these combine well to form a highly incendiary mix in an increasingly right-wing world which is intent on questioning history and undoing the ‘wrongs’ of the past. With no limits on the distance to travel into the past to unearth new grievances, new trouble spots are sure to emerge. What does this mean for the merchant marine? After all, there are no military solutions. A massive whole-world approach that combines diplomatic, technological, economic, social and military measures, that draw deeply from history stands the best chance of success. Though underwater warfare on trade started at the beginning of WW I, it manifested in its most destructive form only in WW II. It is unsettling to recollect that the single largest campaign that ran throughout the duration of WW II was the Battle of the Atlantic, where German U Boats kept sinking Allied shipping. It started at the beginning of the war and ended only when Germany capitulated. How is this relevant today? Firstly, while it was Germany, a formal state, that inflicted losses on the allies with wanton destruction using submarines during WW 2, today it is Houthis, a non-state actor, difficult to be held accountable. Secondly, submarines were large, manned, craft whose deployment and actions were inevitably influenced by the need to provide a reasonable chance of survival to the crew during action. No such baggage restricts anti-ship surface or sub-surface drones. Thirdly, submarines were large enough craft that gave some chance for their adversaries to detect and avoid or destroy them. Small surface or sub-surface drones have much less vulnerability. So what do we do to protect seaborne trade? Firstly, the world must accept that even the best navies have no foolproof solution to protect even themselves from underwater attacks using drones, especially in large numbers. Secondly, we must learn from history. Every material and tactical countermeasure that has been developed from the early part of the 20th century, right up to the lessons of the previous bout of piracy off the Somalian coast needs to be considered for increasing the survivability of ships. Some of these lessons must be incorporated right from the design stage for merchant ships. Thirdly, multi-modal operations need to be developed to reduce dependence on volatile choke points to the extent possible. Fourthly, governments the worldover have to assume direct responsibility and mandate the above steps as these steps cost money and if left to the corporate world they wouldn’t act optimally for profitability considerations. Last but not the least, fighting navies must make serious adjustments to force structuring, operations and training to meet the new threat. Ocean shipping is an international treasure. It is time the world went back to the drawing board to improve the survivability of merchant ships and the military capabilities of navies in handling underwater attacks. However, what must take the utmost preference is the fact that the non-military solutions stand the best chance of bringing lasting solutions. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

International shipping – set for perennial hard times

Italian Navy has shot down a drone in the Red Sea headed in the direction of an escorted merchant ship. According to Italy's Defence Ministry, Italy Navy which was protecting a European commercial feer shot down the drone.

Italy's Navy down drone headed for Red Sea merchant vessel; Yemen's Houthis claim attacks on vessels

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

Ships navigating around the Red Sea due to ongoing security threats from Houthi rebels are contributing to carbon emissions, posing challenges for companies attempting to reduce pollution in their supply chains, Bloomberg News reported. <o:p></o:p>

Instead of passing through the Suez Canal, vessels have opted for the longer route around South Africa's Cape of Good Hope since mid-December, adding at least a week to their journey between South Asia and northern Europe. <o:p></o:p>

According to a report by consultancy INVERTO, a subsidiary of Boston Consulting Group Inc., this detour has resulted in approximately 13.6 million additional tons of CO2 emissions over the past four months.<o:p></o:p>

This is equivalent to the pollution generated by about 9 million cars during the same period. <o:p></o:p>

Sushank Agarwal, a managing director at INVERTO, &nbsp;spoke about the implications of these extra emissions on companies' efforts to achieve their net zero targets. <o:p></o:p>

The surge in carbon emissions arising from the Red Sea shipping diversions presents a difficult challenge for companies motivated to reduce their environmental footprint. <o:p></o:p>

Agarwal noted the dilemma faced by companies, indicating that meeting net zero targets would call for either reducing emissions elsewhere in their supply chains or investing in costly carbon offset initiatives. <o:p></o:p>

Although the extra emissions from the shipping diversions represent a fraction of the shipping industry's overall carbon footprint, they highlight other major concerns about environmental sustainability. <o:p></o:p>

The International Maritime Organisation, the sector's global regulator, is set to implement the world's first global carbon levy in 2027. <o:p></o:p>

However, with global warming, the urgency to address emissions from shipping remains vital. <o:p></o:p>

The industry plays a key role in global trade, carrying 80 per cent of the world's goods and making efforts to mitigate its environmental impact remain crucial. <o:p></o:p>

A report from Oslo-based freight-analytics company Xeneta reveals a sharp increase in carbon emissions specifically within container shipping. <o:p></o:p>

Emissions from voyages between Asia and the Mediterranean surged by 63 per cent in the last quarter compared to the preceding three months. <o:p></o:p>

The Xeneta and Marine Benchmark Carbon Emissions Index, tracking emissions per ton of cargo transported along major trade lanes, reached record levels in the first quarter of this year. <o:p></o:p>

Emily Stausbøll, a market analyst at Xeneta, noted that vessels are also operating at higher speeds to compensate for the longer routes, further aggravating carbon emissions. <o:p></o:p>

Data from Clarkson Research Services Ltd. indicates a notable uptick in the average speed of the world's largest container ships following the escalation of Red Sea security threats and subsequent diversions. <o:p></o:p>

The speed increased above 16 knots compared to speeds below 15 knots earlier in December. <o:p></o:p>

The calculation by INVERTO, equating the additional CO2 emissions to that generated by 9 million cars, highlights the environmental toll of the shipping diversions. <o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Bloomberg)<o:p></o:p>

Ships navigating around the Red Sea due to ongoing security threats from Houthi rebels are contributing to carbon emissions, posing challenges for companies attempting to reduce pollution in their supply chains, Bloomberg News reported.

Ships navigating around the Red Sea due to ongoing security threats from Houthi rebels are contributing to carbon emissions, posing challenges for companies attempting to reduce pollution in their supply chains, Bloomberg News reported. Instead of passing through the Suez Canal, vessels have opted for the longer route around South Africa's Cape of Good Hope since mid-December, adding at least a week to their journey between South Asia and northern Europe. According to a report by consultancy INVERTO, a subsidiary of Boston Consulting Group Inc., this detour has resulted in approximately 13.6 million additional tons of CO2 emissions over the past four months. This is equivalent to the pollution generated by about 9 million cars during the same period. Sushank Agarwal, a managing director at INVERTO, spoke about the implications of these extra emissions on companies' efforts to achieve their net zero targets. The surge in carbon emissions arising from the Red Sea shipping diversions presents a difficult challenge for companies motivated to reduce their environmental footprint. Agarwal noted the dilemma faced by companies, indicating that meeting net zero targets would call for either reducing emissions elsewhere in their supply chains or investing in costly carbon offset initiatives. Although the extra emissions from the shipping diversions represent a fraction of the shipping industry's overall carbon footprint, they highlight other major concerns about environmental sustainability. The International Maritime Organisation, the sector's global regulator, is set to implement the world's first global carbon levy in 2027. However, with global warming, the urgency to address emissions from shipping remains vital. The industry plays a key role in global trade, carrying 80 per cent of the world's goods and making efforts to mitigate its environmental impact remain crucial. A report from Oslo-based freight-analytics company Xeneta reveals a sharp increase in carbon emissions specifically within container shipping. Emissions from voyages between Asia and the Mediterranean surged by 63 per cent in the last quarter compared to the preceding three months. The Xeneta and Marine Benchmark Carbon Emissions Index, tracking emissions per ton of cargo transported along major trade lanes, reached record levels in the first quarter of this year. Emily Stausbøll, a market analyst at Xeneta, noted that vessels are also operating at higher speeds to compensate for the longer routes, further aggravating carbon emissions. Data from Clarkson Research Services Ltd. indicates a notable uptick in the average speed of the world's largest container ships following the escalation of Red Sea security threats and subsequent diversions. The speed increased above 16 knots compared to speeds below 15 knots earlier in December. The calculation by INVERTO, equating the additional CO2 emissions to that generated by 9 million cars, highlights the environmental toll of the shipping diversions. (With inputs from Bloomberg)

Red Sea shipping diversions boost carbon emissions equivalent to 9 mn cars

A Malta-flagged container ship which was en route from Djibouti to the Saudi city of Jeddah was reportedly targeted with three missiles, reported the British maritime security firm Ambrey, on Monday (Apr 29). The incident reportedly took place near Yemen’s port city of Mokha.&nbsp;

<h2>What we know about the incident</h2>

At around 0702 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), citing military sources reported an incident near the Yemeni port city and that authorities are investigating.&nbsp;

“Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO,” said the agency in a statement.&nbsp;

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In an update, the UKMTO said that it was informed by a Company Security Officer that an explosion had occurred in close proximity to a merchant vessel in the area.&nbsp;

The vessel and the crew are reported safe and the authorities are still investigating the incident, said the British agency.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Ambrey said that the vessel was targeted due to its listed operator’s ongoing trade with Israel.&nbsp;

Both Ambrey and UKMTO reported that the incident took place around 54 nautical miles northwest of Yemen’s Mokha.

<h2>Houthi militants involved?</h2>

The Yemen-based Iran-backed Houthi rebels have repeatedly attacked international commercial shipping in the Red Sea region with drones and missiles, saying that they are acting in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the militant group Hamas.&nbsp;

The Houthi rebels, who have been targeting Red Sea shipping since mid-November have not claimed responsibility for the reported attack, on Monday.&nbsp;

The incident also comes days after UKMTO reported damage to an India-bound vessel after Ambrey said three missiles were sighted approximately 15 nautical miles southwest of Yemen’s Mokha.&nbsp;

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“The Master has reported two attacks. The first attack, the vessel experienced an explosion in close proximity to the vessel, which was felt by the crew on board,” the UKMTO said in a statement, on Friday (Apr 26).&nbsp;

It added, “Subsequently, the second attack on the vessel, consisted of what is believed to be two missiles, which resulted in damage to the vessel.”&nbsp;

The vessel in question was en route from Primorsk, Russia, to Vadinar, India. “At the time of writing, the vessel's owner was Seychelles-registered and was engaged in Russia-linked trade,” said Ambrey.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
&nbsp;

A Malta-flagged container ship which was en route from Djibouti to the Saudi city of Jeddah was reportedly targeted with three missiles, reported the British maritime security firm Ambrey, on Monday (Apr 29).

A Malta-flagged container ship which was en route from Djibouti to the Saudi city of Jeddah was reportedly targeted with three missiles, reported the British maritime security firm Ambrey, on Monday (Apr 29). The incident reportedly took place near Yemen’s port city of Mokha. What we know about the incident At around 0702 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), citing military sources reported an incident near the Yemeni port city and that authorities are investigating. “Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO,” said the agency in a statement. Also Read | Red Sea shipping diversions boost carbon emissions equivalent to 9 mn cars In an update, the UKMTO said that it was informed by a Company Security Officer that an explosion had occurred in close proximity to a merchant vessel in the area. The vessel and the crew are reported safe and the authorities are still investigating the incident, said the British agency. Meanwhile, Ambrey said that the vessel was targeted due to its listed operator’s ongoing trade with Israel. Both Ambrey and UKMTO reported that the incident took place around 54 nautical miles northwest of Yemen’s Mokha. Houthi militants involved? The Yemen-based Iran-backed Houthi rebels have repeatedly attacked international commercial shipping in the Red Sea region with drones and missiles, saying that they are acting in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the militant group Hamas. The Houthi rebels, who have been targeting Red Sea shipping since mid-November have not claimed responsibility for the reported attack, on Monday. The incident also comes days after UKMTO reported damage to an India-bound vessel after Ambrey said three missiles were sighted approximately 15 nautical miles southwest of Yemen’s Mokha. Also Read | Gaza war: Israel making efforts to block ICC arrest warrants against Netanyahu and others, says report “The Master has reported two attacks. The first attack, the vessel experienced an explosion in close proximity to the vessel, which was felt by the crew on board,” the UKMTO said in a statement, on Friday (Apr 26). It added, “Subsequently, the second attack on the vessel, consisted of what is believed to be two missiles, which resulted in damage to the vessel.” The vessel in question was en route from Primorsk, Russia, to Vadinar, India. “At the time of writing, the vessel's owner was Seychelles-registered and was engaged in Russia-linked trade,” said Ambrey. (With inputs from agencies)

Container ship en route to Jeddah attacked with three missiles near Yemen’s port city Mokha

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's Houthi rebels claim downing American MQ-9 Reaper drone

Yemen's Houthis said on Saturday (Apr 27) their missiles hit the Andromeda Star oil tanker in the Red Sea, as they continue attacking commercial ships in the area in a show of support for Palestinians fighting Israel in the Gaza war.

The US Central Command has confirmed that Iran-backed Houthis fired three anti-ship ballistic missiles from Yemen into the Red Sea, causing minor damage to the Andromeda Star.&nbsp;

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British maritime security firm Ambrey noted that the ship's master reported damage to the vessel. 
A missile landed in the vicinity of a second vessel, the MV Maisha, but it was not damaged, US Central Command said on social media site X.

Houthi spokesman Yahya Sarea said the Panama-flagged Andromeda Star was British owned, but shipping data shows it was recently sold, according to LSEG data and Ambrey.

The current owner of the tanker is registered in Seychelles. The vessel is involved in Russia-related trade, and was sailing from Primorsk, Russia, to Vadinar, India, according to Ambrey.&nbsp;

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Since November, Iran-aligned Houthi militants have launched multiple drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait, and Gulf of Aden. These attacks have forced shippers to reroute cargo along longer and more expensive journeys around southern Africa, raising concerns that the Israel-Hamas conflict might escalate and further destabilise the Middle East.

The attack on the Andromeda Star comes after a brief pause in the Houthis' campaign that targets ships with ties to Israel, the United States and Britain.

The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier sailed out of the Red Sea via the Suez Canal on Friday after assisting a U.S.-led coalition to protect commercial shipping.

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The Houthis on Friday said they downed an American MQ-9 drone in airspace of Yemen's Saada province.

(With inputs from agencies)

Yemen's Houthis said on Saturday (Apr 27) their missiles hit the Andromeda Star oil tanker in the Red Sea, as they continue attacking commercial ships in the area in a show of support for Palestinians fighting Israel in the Gaza war.

Yemen's Houthis said on Saturday (Apr 27) their missiles hit the Andromeda Star oil tanker in the Red Sea, as they continue attacking commercial ships in the area in a show of support for Palestinians fighting Israel in the Gaza war. The US Central Command has confirmed that Iran-backed Houthis fired three anti-ship ballistic missiles from Yemen into the Red Sea, causing minor damage to the Andromeda Star. Also read: Hamas says it received Israel's response in truce talks British maritime security firm Ambrey noted that the ship's master reported damage to the vessel. A missile landed in the vicinity of a second vessel, the MV Maisha, but it was not damaged, US Central Command said on social media site X. Houthi spokesman Yahya Sarea said the Panama-flagged Andromeda Star was British owned, but shipping data shows it was recently sold, according to LSEG data and Ambrey. The current owner of the tanker is registered in Seychelles. The vessel is involved in Russia-related trade, and was sailing from Primorsk, Russia, to Vadinar, India, according to Ambrey. Also read: It could take over 14 years to clear debris in war-ravaged Gaza Since November, Iran-aligned Houthi militants have launched multiple drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait, and Gulf of Aden. These attacks have forced shippers to reroute cargo along longer and more expensive journeys around southern Africa, raising concerns that the Israel-Hamas conflict might escalate and further destabilise the Middle East. The attack on the Andromeda Star comes after a brief pause in the Houthis' campaign that targets ships with ties to Israel, the United States and Britain. The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier sailed out of the Red Sea via the Suez Canal on Friday after assisting a U.S.-led coalition to protect commercial shipping. Also read: Premature baby rescued from dead mother’s womb in Gaza dies The Houthis on Friday said they downed an American MQ-9 drone in airspace of Yemen's Saada province. (With inputs from agencies)

Yemen's Houthis claim missile strike on Andromeda Star oil tanker in Red Sea

An oil tanker en route from Russia to India was hit by missiles in the Red Sea by Yemen's Houthis. On Saturday, Houthis claimed that their missiles hit the Andromeda Star oil tanker in the Red Sea. Watch in for more details!

India-bound oil tanker hit by Houthi missiles in Red Sea

Germany said Saturday it will send a new frigate to the Red Sea in August to help secure maritime traffic, disrupted for months due to attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels.

The 'Hamburg' will replace the 'Hessen', which left the zone on Saturday, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said.

The 'Hessen' had been deployed in the area on February 23 as part of the European Union's "Aspides" mission to protect ships in the area.

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The statement said the 'Hamburg' had escorted 27 merchant ships in the intervention zone and had on four occasions repulsed drone and missile attacks by the Huthis.

It had around 240 military personnel on board.

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The Huthi rebels said Thursday they have attacked almost 100 vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden in months of strikes.

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They began attacking ships in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea in November, a campaign they say is intended as a show of support for Palestinians in the war-battered Gaza Strip.

The attacks in the vital trade route have been met with retaliatory strikes by US and British forces since January.

Israel's close ally the United States set up a multinational task force late last year to "protect" Red Sea shipping.

Germany said Saturday it will send a new frigate to the Red Sea in August to help secure maritime traffic, disrupted for months due to attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels.

Germany said Saturday it will send a new frigate to the Red Sea in August to help secure maritime traffic, disrupted for months due to attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels. The 'Hamburg' will replace the 'Hessen', which left the zone on Saturday, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said. The 'Hessen' had been deployed in the area on February 23 as part of the European Union's "Aspides" mission to protect ships in the area. Also Read | Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan calls on Palestinians to unite after meeting with Hamas chief The statement said the 'Hamburg' had escorted 27 merchant ships in the intervention zone and had on four occasions repulsed drone and missile attacks by the Huthis. It had around 240 military personnel on board. Also Read | Man arrested from Denmark airport after bomb threat triggers evacuation, probe on The Huthi rebels said Thursday they have attacked almost 100 vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden in months of strikes. Watch | Iran-Israel Tensions: Iran plays down reported Israeli attacks, signals no further retaliation × They began attacking ships in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea in November, a campaign they say is intended as a show of support for Palestinians in the war-battered Gaza Strip. The attacks in the vital trade route have been met with retaliatory strikes by US and British forces since January. Israel's close ally the United States set up a multinational task force late last year to "protect" Red Sea shipping.

Germany to send new frigate to protect ships In Red Sea

The US military says it bombed numerous Houthi targets after Iran-backed rebels claimed to have attacked Israeli, American, and British ships off Yemen. The US Central Command announced on X that its forces had destroyed an air defense system with two missiles ready to launch, a ground control center in Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen, and one unmanned aircraft system launched by the Houthis from Yemen over the Red Sea. Watch the video to know more.

US shoots down 11 Houthi drones, Houthis challenge US Naval dominance in Red Sea

A Danish frigate deployed to the Red Sea suffered a Weapons Systems malfunction after it was attacked by drones operated by Houthi rebels last month. Watch in for more details!

Danish warship suffered weapon system failure in Red Sea combat, says captain

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!

Russian cruiser Varyag & frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov enter 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.

Houthi fight costs heavy to US - takes $2 million missile to shoot down $2000 drone

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