An oil tanker with UK links, the Marlin Luanda, was attacked by a Houthi missile off the coast of Yemen, leading to a fire that has now been extinguished. The vessel was carrying Russian oil from Greece to Singapore and has been confirmed safe as it heads towards a safe harbor. The attack, which follows US and UK airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, marks an escalation in Houthi military capabilities and geographical reach. The incident raises concerns about the security of one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.
- The Marlin Luanda, an oil tanker linked to the UK, was struck by a Houthi missile near Yemen.
- The fire aboard the vessel has been extinguished, and all crew members are safe.
- The tanker is en route to a safe harbor while the crew monitors the situation.
- The Houthis claimed the attack was a response to what they perceive as “American British aggression.”
- Trafigura, the operator of the ship, praised the bravery of the captain and crew and thanked the Indian, US, and French navies for their assistance.
- Recent US and UK airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen aim to deter attacks on shipping in the strategic Red Sea region.
- The Houthi’s capabilities appear to have escalated, moving from drone attacks to using ballistic missiles.
- Huge rallies in Yemen’s capital indicate the Houthis are using these confrontations to garner domestic support.
- The US Navy recently intercepted a dhow with missile parts, suggesting external support for the Houthis.
- The Western strategy of targeting Houthi military infrastructure to prevent maritime attacks has not yet been successful.
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