Key facts
- A cargo ship was attacked in the Bab al-Mandab strait.
- The attack occurred off the coast of Mokha.
- At least three crew members were killed.
- Houthi forces are stated to be responsible for the attack.
- The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) received a report of the incident.
A cargo ship in the Bab al-Mandab strait, off the coast of Mokha, was attacked by Houthi forces, resulting in the deaths of at least three crew members. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) received a report detailing the attack. Yemeni official sources confirmed the casualties, stating that the Houthi strike led to the deaths of at least three individuals on board the vessel. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the vital shipping lane.