Two Ships Catch Fire After Missile Strikes Off Yemen’s Aden

Two Ships Catch Fire After Missile Strikes Off Yemen’s Aden

Yemen, Aden, Missile Strikes

Two ships caught fire off the coast of Aden, Yemen, on Sunday after being hit by suspected missile strikes. The incident occurred around the southern port city of Aden, which has been a flashpoint in Yemen’s civil war.

According to initial reports, the ships were anchored approximately two nautical miles off the coast when they were struck by the missiles. Eyewitnesses described seeing a bright flash and thick black smoke billowing from the vessels.

Yemeni officials have confirmed the incident and are investigating the cause of the explosions. However, no group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack.

The attack on the ships comes amid heightened tensions in Yemen, following a recent escalation in fighting between the government and Houthi rebels. The Houthi movement has been accused of using missiles and drones to target ships in the Red Sea, including commercial vessels.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of shipping in the region. The Strait of Bab-el-Mandeb, which is located near Aden, is one of the most important waterways in the world for international trade.

The attack on the ships is also a reminder of the fragility of the situation in Yemen, which has been embroiled in a civil war since 2014. The conflict has caused widespread suffering and has left millions of people in need of humanitarian assistance.