Collision between Ships Off the Coast of England

The Russian national captain of a German-owned, Portugese-flagged ship has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after the ship collided with a U.S. government-contracted jet fuel tanker off the coast of England. A crewman is missing and presumed dead. The collision caused a fire on the tanker. The captain is held on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter. The container ship had failed safety inspections in the past. The incident raised questions about a deliberate act, but the British government leans towards an accident explanation. Environmental risks were a concern, but no significant pollution has been detected. The tanker is part of the U.S. Tanker Security Programme.

Airstrikes on Houthi Targets in Yemen

The U.S. and Britain conducted airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen in response to attacks on ships. The strikes targeted underground facilities, missile launchers, and other military sites. The Houthis claimed the airstrikes killed 16 people and wounded 35. The U.S. has been carrying out daily strikes against Houthi targets, including incoming missiles and drones aimed at ships.

Houthi Attacks on British, U.S., and Israeli Ships

Houthi forces in Yemen claim to have targeted British, U.S., and Israeli ships with rockets and drones in support of Palestinians in the Gaza war. The attacks took place in the Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean over the last 72 hours.