Houthis Strike Panamanian Tanker with Missile off Yemen, Says CENTCOM
Houthis Strike Panamanian-flagged Tanker off Yemen's Coast; Crew Restores Power, CENTCOM Reports
Iran-backed Houthi militants attacked a Panamanian-flagged oil tanker in the Red Sea with an anti-ship missile. Despite damage, the crew managed to regain control, averting casualties. This assault is part of ongoing Houthi attacks in the region, posing threats to maritime security. The tanker, carrying oil from Russia to China, faced a fire in the steering gear compartment. The incident underscores the instability caused by Houthi actions in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, prompting global concerns and responses.