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Published 09 Aug, 2024 03:00pm

Triple attack targets ship off Yemen: maritime security firm

Three attempted attacks likely launched by Iran-backed Houthi rebels targeted a merchant vessel off Yemen but caused no injuries or damage, maritime security firm Ambrey said, AFP reports.

The ship, which had a private security team on board, was approached by a small boat and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) 58 nautical miles from the Houthi-run port city of Hodeida, Ambrey said.

It was the third attack targeting the same ship in under 24 hours, according to Ambrey, which said the ship’s security team destroyed the USV.

The advisory came shortly after the British maritime firm said the ship “was hit by an unmanned aerial vehicle” off Hodeida.

“A bright light and loud noise were observed by the crew. No injuries or physical damage were reported,” it said.

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