In a recent attack in the Gulf of Aden, a sailor was severely injured when a cargo ship was struck by two cruise missiles fired by the Houthi rebels in Yemen. The US military reported that the injured sailor was airlifted to another ship for medical treatment, while crew members worked to combat a fire on board the damaged vessel, MV Verbena. The nationality of the injured sailor was not disclosed, highlighting the dangerous and escalating situation in the region.
The Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that it was in retaliation for perceived injustices against their people in Gaza and as a response to American and British aggression in Yemen. The rebels see themselves as part of an Iranian-led “axis of resistance” against Israel and Western powers. This incident is part of a series of attacks on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden by the rebels, prompting concerns from international shipping companies and retaliatory strikes by the US and UK forces.
Despite claiming to act in support of Palestinians in Gaza, the Houthi rebels have been targeting merchant vessels passing through key waterways, disrupting global trade and putting the lives of innocent sailors at risk. The escalating violence and tensions in the region have led to increased scrutiny and calls for diplomatic resolutions to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of maritime traffic in the area.
