Houthi missile strike on cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden
Two sailors were killed in a missile strike by Houthi rebels on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden. The attack was in retaliation to American and British aggression against Yemen. The ship was hit about 50 nautical miles southwest of the Yemeni port of Aden.
Key Points
- Houthi rebels targeted the Barbados-flagged bulk carrier True Confidence with missiles
- Anti-ship ballistic missile attack resulted in two deaths and six injuries
- Retaliation for American and British aggression against Yemen
- U.S. and U.K. have launched 'self-defense' airstrikes against Houthi targets
- Ship hit about 50 nautical miles southwest of Aden port
Pros
- Awareness of Houthi rebel activities in the Red Sea and surrounding waters
- International response to the attack with U.S. and Indian Navy vessels assisting in rescue efforts
Cons
- Loss of life with two sailors killed and six others wounded
- Damage to the ship and crew having to abandon it