Second maritime incident reported near Yemen
The first explosion, reported by the vessel's master, happened around 63 nautical miles (about 116 kilometers) southwest of Hodeidah.
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The first explosion, reported by the vessel's master, happened around 63 nautical miles (about 116 kilometers) southwest of Hodeidah.
The UKMTO, which monitors maritime security in the region, has issued an alert for vessels operating in the vicinity, urging them to proceed cautiously.
Israel's recent strike on Yemen's Hodeidah port, a crucial aid and fuel hub, has escalated tensions, leading to significant humanitarian and economic repercussions. The Houthis vow retaliation amid rising regional conflict.
Hodeida port, situated on Yemen's western coast along the Red Sea, serves as a lifeline for the importation of food, fuel, and humanitarian supplies into the country, which has been grappling with a protracted conflict since 2014.
The Iran-backed Houthis have escalated attacks on commercial shipping in vital maritime routes in recent months, which they say is retaliation for Israel's military offensive on Gaza last year.
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