Iran-backed Houthi terrorists attacked a Chinese-owned oil tanker in Yemen with five missiles, violating a promise of safe passage negotiated with China and Russia. The attack caused minor damage and a fire on board, but the crew managed to extinguish it. The Houthis have previously stated they would not attack Chinese or Russian ships.
Key Points
Houthis attacked a Chinese-owned oil tanker in Yemen with five missiles.
The attack caused minor damage and a fire on board.
Houthis have violated a promise of safe passage previously negotiated with China and Russia.
Pros
The crew successfully extinguished the fire on the ship.
US and coalition forces engaged Houthi drones to protect vessels in the region.
Cons
The attack violated a promise of safe passage negotiated with China and Russia.
The Houthis have previously stated they would not attack Chinese or Russian ships.