Offshore oil tanker Sounion attacked by Houthi rebels, U.S. Central Command initiates rescue operation in Red Sea.
Salvagers have halted efforts to tow the burning Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion, attacked by Houthi rebels off Yemen's coast on August 21. The U.S. Central Command has initiated a rescue operation for the vessel, which is still ablaze and carrying 150,000 metric tons of crude oil. This incident underscores the ongoing maritime security challenges posed by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea region.
September 03, 2024
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