Houthi Movement Targets Shipping Vessel in Gulf of Aden

The Iran-aligned Houthi movement targeted the MV Groton vessel in the Gulf of Aden, marking their first attack since Israel's airstrike on Hodeidah port on July 20. Though the attack didn't cause any damage, it signaled ongoing regional tensions affecting international shipping routes.

The Iran-aligned Houthi movement said on Sunday that it targeted the MV Groton vessel in the Gulf of Aden. This marks their first attack on shipping lanes since Israel carried out a retaliatory airstrike in Hodeidah port on July 20.

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree stated on television that the ship was attacked by ballistic missiles. According to British maritime agency UKMTO and security firm Ambrey, the vessel was targeted 125 nautical miles east of Yemen's port of Aden.

Reports confirm that the ship did not sustain any damage, with no water entry or oil leaks visible. This attack follows an apparent lull since Israel's retaliatory action against Hodeidah, a response to a drone attack on Tel Aviv by the Iranian-backed group.

(With inputs from agencies.)