Houthi rebels attack cargo ship in Bab el-Mandeb Strait
Houthi rebels have been accused of attacking a cargo ship in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, resulting in multiple casualties. Reports indicate that the vessel, identified as the Egyptian-owned Tihamah, was struck while navigating the Red Sea entrance. While Yemeni officials have attributed the attack to the Iran-backed group, the Houthis have not yet claimed responsibility for the incident.
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What Happened
A cargo ship identified as the Tihamah was attacked while transiting the Bab el-Mandeb Strait near the entrance to the Red Sea. Yemeni officials and military sources reported that the vessel was struck, leading to the death of several crew members and injuries to others. Rescue teams were deployed to provide medical assistance to the survivors following the incident.
The attack has drawn attention to the security of critical maritime trade routes in the Middle East. While Yemeni authorities have blamed the Iran-backed Houthi rebels for the strike, the group has not issued a formal claim of responsibility. The incident has caused significant concern regarding the safety of commercial shipping in the region.
Key Facts
- The attack occurred in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.Source not recorded
- The vessel involved has been identified as the Tihamah.Source not recorded
- Yemeni officials have accused Houthi rebels of carrying out the attack.Source not recorded
- The Houthi group has not claimed responsibility for the incident.Source not recorded
- Reports indicate multiple crew members were killed and injured in the strike.Source not recorded
The Timeline5
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11 Aug
- TOIThe Times of India2 Pakistanis, 1 Indonesian killed in Houthi attack on cargo ship in Bab el-Mandeb
12 Aug
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