Houthi Militants Target Greek Tanker in Red Sea, Causing Fire and Power Loss

A Greek-flagged tanker, Sounion, was attacked in the Red Sea by Houthi militants, leading to a fire and power loss. The crew, consisting of two Russians and 23 Filipinos, were uninjured. This marks the third Delta Tanker-operated ship targeted by the Houthis, escalating tensions in the region.

A Greek-flagged tanker, identified as the Sounion, found itself adrift in the Red Sea on Wednesday following multiple attacks that resulted in a fire and loss of power, according to the UK maritime agency.

Iran-aligned Houthi militants, who have been targeting international ships in solidarity with Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, were implicated in the attacks, although they have not claimed responsibility. The assault involved projectiles and small arms fire, causing the vessel to lose engine power.

The incident, which is the latest in a series of attacks on Delta Tankers-operated ships, has exacerbated maritime security concerns and disrupted global supply chains as ships are rerouted to avoid the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)