Summary
A ship in the Red Sea was set on fire after being attacked, leading the crew to abandon it. The attack was suspected to be carried out by Yemen's Houthi rebels, using bomb-carrying drone boats. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region, particularly around sensitive political and military issues.
Key Facts
- A ship caught fire in the Red Sea after being attacked and the crew had to leave the vessel.
- The attacks involved bomb-carrying drone boats and other weapons like small arms and grenades.
- The ship was targeted around 60 miles southwest of Hodeida, Yemen, which is controlled by Houthi rebels.
- The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center reported the attacks and ongoing investigations.
- A maritime security firm, Ambrey, linked the attack to the Houthis, who have a history of similar actions in the region.
- The vessel is believed to be the Liberian-flagged tanker, Magic Seas, though it was not officially identified immediately.
- The Houthi rebels have been using attacks to oppose Israel's actions against Hamas.
- Between 2023 and 2025, the Houthis have targeted over 100 merchant ships, impacting trade routes through the Red Sea.
