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First deadly Houthi strike on Red Sea shipping signals widening Iran-war spillover

Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis fired three ballistic missiles at a cargo ship south of Mocha in the Red Sea, killing six crew members and injuring ten, according to the Yemeni government. It marks the first deadly vessel attack since the US and Israel began strikes on Iran, and a second missile strike reportedly hit rescuers trying to evacuate the ship, signaling a broader escalation in attacks on shipping amid regional tensions.

via BBC|

#houthi #iran-backed #red-sea

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Trump, Iran clash over Hormuz talks as ship attacked

President Trump accused Iran of duplicity and said talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz were advancing, while Tehran denied any negotiations with the US and said discussions were limited to a temporary safe route with Oman. A cargo vessel off Oman was struck by an unknown projectile, underscoring ongoing risk in the strait as traffic remains far below peacetime levels and oil markets react to diplomatic uncertainty. Iran is reportedly in talks with Oman about a safe passage but says it is not hosting foreign delegations.

via NBC News|

#diplomacy #iran #shipping-attack

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Cargo ship attacked in Red Sea triggers UKMTO caution

A cargo ship reported being attacked by unknown armed assailants off Yemen’s Red Sea coast near al-Hudaydah. UKMTO is investigating and has urged vessels to transit with caution; no group has claimed responsibility. The Houthis have previously targeted shipping in the region and are designated terrorists by the U.S.

via Euronews.com|

#al-hudaydah #houthis #red-sea

world3 months ago•33 min saved

Seoul vows response after attack on Korean ship in Strait of Hormuz

South Korea’s Blue House condemned the attack on a cargo ship operated by a Korean shipper in the Strait of Hormuz and said it would respond once the attacker is identified, following forensic analysis that found damage to the vessel’s engine room. Tehran has denied involvement, while the U.S. has urged Seoul to join efforts to secure shipping through the strait.

via Yahoo|

#hmm-co #iran #shipping-attack