Tanker hit by missile, Red Sea
Issued: 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Date | Reference | Region | Category | Aggressors | Source |
16 Feb 2024 - 13:31 | CW Alert 016- (Feb 24) | Indian Ocean | Aerial attack | MILITANTS | UKMTO/Master of Vessel |
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It has been reported that a Panama-flagged tanker has been attacked 63nm Southwest of Hodeidah, Yemen. The Master of a nearby vessel confirmed that the crude oil tanker was fired upon by three missiles, the first two landed in the water near the vessel, and the third hit the port side of the main deck. No casualties have been reported and a coalition warship has been notified. UPDATE: Further information has been received confirming the tanker has sustained minor damage, however no smoke and no fire have been reported. The vessel and crew are reported as safe, and the military authorities are responding. |