Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Strikes Merchant Vessel Off Yemen Coast

A merchant vessel west of Yemen's Hodeidah was struck by an unmanned aerial vehicle. Despite the attack, there were no casualties or damages reported. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed the vessel continued to its next destination.

A merchant vessel was hit by an unmanned aerial vehicle west of Yemen's Hodeidah, though luckily no casualties were reported onboard, British maritime agencies announced on Monday.

According to British security firm Ambrey, there were no damages to the vessel. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency stated that the vessel was continuing its journey to the next port of call.

(With inputs from agencies.)