The United States Central Command confirmed reports from security and shipping sources regarding a missile attack by the Houthis on a cargo ship in the Red Sea, emphasizing that the Greek vessel continued its course despite being hit by three missiles. CENTCOM detailed that around noon on Tuesday, June 8, according to Sana'a time, the Iran-backed Houthis launched five anti-ship ballistic missiles from areas under their control towards the Red Sea, three of which struck a bulk carrier belonging to Greece, but the ship continued its journey. A British maritime company reported on Tuesday that an incident occurred near the port of Hodeidah, Yemen, stating that a ship was struck by a missile and that water had entered some parts, but the crew was unharmed. Greek shipping sources indicated that the vessel, named 'LAX', was heading to the United Arab Emirates but diverted to a nearby port for damage assessment after the missile strikes. CENTCOM also announced that in a separate operation on June 8, its forces identified and successfully destroyed five drones launched by the Houthis over the Red Sea. The Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen have targeted commercial vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden with missile and drone attacks since the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, claiming these attacks are in solidarity with the Palestinians. CENTCOM is responsible for countering the subversive actions of the 'terrorist' Houthi group in Yemen and is on a permanent mission to deter missile, drone, and cruise missile attacks from this group, protecting maritime freedom and securing international waters for commercial vessels, coalition forces, and U.S. soldiers present in the region.
CENTCOM Confirms Houthi Attack on Cargo Ship in the Red Sea; Greek Ship Continues Its Course
The U.S. Central Command confirmed a missile attack by Houthi forces on a Greek cargo ship in the Red Sea, which continued its journey despite the attack. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region, particularly with the Houthis targeting commercial shipping amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. It underscores the strategic importance of maritime security in the Red Sea.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Houthis launched missile attack on Greek cargo ship in the Red Sea, US CENTCOM confirms.
- Houthis attack Greek cargo ship 'LAX'
- CENTCOM destroy Houthi drones
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The attack signifies a growing threat to maritime security in the Red Sea linked to Iranian-backed groups.
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