Yemen's Houthis reportedly strike Saudi tanker transiting Red Sea
Middle East2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported59m ago
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed on Wednesday that they successfully struck a Saudi oil tanker, identified as the 'Wafa,' while it was transiting the Red Sea off the coast of Yanbu. The group stated the operation was part of an ongoing maritime blockade against the kingdom.
The incident marks a continuation of Houthi military activity targeting Saudi maritime interests in the region. The claim follows a series of similar reported attacks, underscoring the persistent security challenges facing vessels navigating the Red Sea corridor.
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Daily SabahEmphasizes the attack as part of an ongoing maritime blockade
Free Malaysia TodayFocuses on the specific identification of the vessel named Wafa
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