Tanker Sounion Attacked by Militants in Red Sea: No Casualties Reported

The Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion was attacked by two small boats in the Red Sea, resulting in damage but no injuries. The incident, attributed to Iran-aligned Houthi militants near Yemen, has disrupted global trade. Despite the damage, the crew and vessel are safe.

In a concerning development, the Greek oil tanker Sounion was attacked by two small boats in the Red Sea off Yemen, suffering damage but fortunately no injuries were reported, according to the Greek shipping ministry and UK maritime agency UKMTO.

The assault, believed to be orchestrated by Iran-aligned Houthi militants in solidarity with Palestinians in the Israel-Hamas conflict, involved a brief exchange of small arms fire approximately 77 nautical miles west of Yemen's Hodeidah port. This incident follows a series of similar attacks since last November.

The Sounion, carrying a crew of 25, including two Russians and Filipinos, became immobile after the attack. British security firm Ambrey also reported a separate but similar incident in the vicinity. The attacks have prompted U.S. and British military responses and caused significant disruptions to global maritime routes.

(With inputs from agencies.)