Aden — A commercial cargo ship navigating the southern Red Sea came under attack today by Houthi militants using light weapons, according to UKTMO. The incident occurred near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a strategic chokepoint for global trade, amid rising tensions in the region.
Sources close to the shipping industry confirmed that the vessel sustained minor damage but was able to continue its journey after evasive maneuvers and assistance from nearby naval forces. No casualties have been reported, and the crew is said to be safe.

This marks the latest in a series of maritime disruptions attributed to the Iran-backed Houthi movement, which has intensified its campaign against vessels perceived to have Western or Israeli affiliations.

International maritime authorities have issued fresh advisories urging vessels to avoid the area or travel under naval escort. The attack comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions following recent U.S. airstrikes in Iran, which the Houthis have vowed to retaliate against by targeting Red Sea shipping lanes.