Red Sea Attack on Greek Oil Tanker Sparks Environmental and Navigation Concerns

A Greek-flagged oil tanker, Sounion, carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil was attacked in the Red Sea, leading to an environmental threat. The EU Red Sea naval mission, Aspides, rescued the crew and neutralized an unmanned surface vessel threat. The incident is part of a series of attacks in the area by Houthis.

A Greek-flagged oil tanker carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil has become an environmental hazard after being attacked in the Red Sea. The EU's Red Sea naval mission, Aspides, revealed that the Sounion was targeted off Yemen's port city of Hodeidah by multiple projectiles.

The crew evacuated the vessel, leaving it as a navigational and environmental threat. Aspides reported the incident on the social media platform X, noting that the Houthis, aligned with Iran, are suspected to be behind the attacks but have not claimed responsibility.

This marks the third attack this month on vessels operated by Athens-based Delta Tankers in the region. The attack on Sounion led to a fire and subsequent loss of engine power, causing the vessel to anchor between Yemen and Eritrea. Delta Tankers is working on relocating the Sounion for further checks and repairs.

(With inputs from agencies.)