Local sources from Saudi Arabia: BBC.com, The Maritime Executive.
UK coverage: BBC.
An oil tanker named MV Helios Ray has been severely damaged in a missile strike carried out by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, near the coast of Yemen. The Israeli-owned vessel was en route from Saudi Arabia to Singapore when it was targeted. The missile strike caused an explosion on board, resulting in significant damage to the tanker. Israeli Defense Minister, Benny Gantz, has accused Iran of being behind the attack, stating that the missile used was of Iranian origin and launched from Yemen. This incident is seen as an escalation of tensions in the region, as the Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have been engaged in a long-standing conflict with the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen. The safety of shipping routes in the Red Sea is now a concern for the international community, as it is a crucial waterway for international trade. The damaged tanker has been towed to a nearby port for assessment and repairs. The extent of the damage and the impact on the oil cargo are yet to be determined. This missile strike comes at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East, with ongoing conflicts and proxy wars between regional powers. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and urging all parties to exercise restraint and seek peaceful resolutions to the conflicts.
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