From QuiverQuant:

British maritime security firm Ambrey reported that Houthi militants mistakenly targeted a Russian oil tanker in the Red Sea near Yemen. The missile struck the water near the tanker, causing no injuries or damage, but reigniting regional tensions. The incident marks the second attack on a Russian vessel by Houthis since November and has sparked US and UK retaliatory airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen.

The Houthis mistakenly targeted the Panama-flagged tanker due to outdated maritime data, reflecting the dangers of conflict zone reliance on publicly available shipping information. This incident raises concerns about global oil transportation and geopolitical stability, underscoring the need for heightened maritime security in conflict-affected areas.



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