Cargo ship in flames after Houthi attack in Bab al-Mandeb strait
Summary
An Egyptian cargo ship caught fire in the Bab al-Mandeb strait after a suspected attack by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi fighters. Four crew members died, which would be the first deaths caused by a Houthi strike on shipping since the war involving Iran began in February.Key Facts
- The cargo ship is owned by Egypt.
- It caught fire in the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
- The fire followed a suspected attack by Houthi forces from Yemen.
- The Houthis are supported by Iran.
- Four crew members were killed in the attack.
- This is the first reported death from a Houthi strike on shipping since the conflict with Iran started in February.
- The incident was captured on video showing the ship in flames.
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