(London) A missile hit a cargo ship on Saturday evening off the coast of Yemen, where attacks by Yemeni Houthi rebels are increasing against merchant shipping, announced the British maritime security company Ambrey, which did not report any injuries.
“A cargo ship flying the flag of Antigua and Barbuda was hit by an 83NM missile southeast of Aden (Yemen) […] A fire broke out but was neutralized […] People on board small boats nearby opened fire on the vessel during the incident,” Ambrey said, adding that no injuries were reported.
Britain’s maritime safety agency UKMTO has confirmed an “incident” in the area and urged vessels to exercise caution.