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A Greek-owned oil tanker bound for Singapore was seized by Iranian forces off the UAE coast on Friday, marking the latest escalation in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions.
Today in Thessaloniki, Greece’s Oxi Day military parade will spotlight cutting-edge defense tech: the battle-tested “Centaur” anti-drone system, AI-powered “Archytas” UAVs, and Leopard tanks with Ukraine-inspired armor. As PM Mitsotakis attends, the event blends 1940 heroism with modern innovation, reinforcing Greece’s role in regional security.
The Bodouroglou family’s Stem Shipping has acquired the 63,200-dwt ultramax bulker Konya (built 2013) from Ciner Shipping for approximately $18.4 million, replacing a similar vessel lost in a Houthi attack in the Red Sea three months ago, amid a rebound in freight rates.
The Comoros-flagged Merinos Livestock, owned by Greece-based New Moon Shipping Co SA, was detained by the Yemeni Coast Guard after an attack off Yemen’s Red Sea coast. Departing Bosaso, Somalia, on July 21 en route to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the vessel faced gunfire 35 nautical miles southwest of Hodeidah, leading to a forced diversion toward
he Houthis claim to have rescued crew members from the Greek-managed bulker Eternity C, sunk in the Red Sea on Wednesday, raising hopes of a lower death toll. Maritime sources report 19 crew members missing, with six rescued by EU forces. The attack, part of ongoing Houthi assaults on shipping, targeted vessels linked to Israel.
A Houthi strike sank the Greek bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea, killing three crew members. Five have been rescued, with searches ongoing for others, marking the second ship sunk by Houthis recently.
Greece has taken swift action to protect its ships and seafarers amid rising Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, announcing coordinated measures, raising the issue at the IMO, and working closely with the EU’s ASPIDES naval mission to ensure maritime safety.
Three crew members have been confirmed dead and two others injured after Houthi militants launched a deadly attack on the Greek-owned, Liberian-flagged cargo ship *Eternity C* in the Red Sea. The vessel, now adrift, was struck by rockets and drones in the second such incident in the region since November 2024. Two crew members remain missing.
Germany summoned the Chinese ambassador on July 8, 2025, after the Chinese military targeted a German aircraft with a laser during the EU’s Operation ASPIDES, a mission to protect maritime security in the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Gulf. Greece is among the EU nations contributing to the mission. Berlin condemned the act as “completely unacceptable,” citing risks to German personnel and disruption of the operation.
Oil prices surged over 2% after Houthi rebels attacked a second Greek-managed vessel, the Eternity C, in the Red Sea, raising fears of escalating disruptions in a critical oil transit corridor.
On Sunday night, the Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned Magic Seas was abandoned after being set ablaze in a Red Sea attack, the first major assault in the vital trade corridor since a Houthi campaign paused in March. Struck by suspected bomb-carrying drone boats, small arms, and rocket-propelled grenades 100 km southwest of Houthi-held Hodeida, the ship took on water, forcing crew evacuation. Suspicion fell on Yemen’s Houthi rebels, though they did not immediately claim responsibility. The attack, potentially signaling escalation, comes amid tense Middle East dynamics, including a possible Israel-Hamas ceasefire and Iran’s nuclear negotiations.
A Liberian-flagged bulk carrier was attacked 51nm southwest of Hodeidah, Yemen, in a multi-wave Houthi assault involving skiffs, explosive USVs, and missiles. The first attack since December 2024 signals an escalation in Houthi intent, aimed at sinking the vessel.
A Greek-controlled bulker exchanged gunfire with attackers in the southern Red Sea on Sunday, potentially marking the first Houthi attack on a commercial vessel in months. The incident occurred 122 km southwest of Al Hudaydah, Saudi Arabia, amid warnings for vessels to stay cautious in the region.
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The Greek-owned suezmax tanker Sounion (163,800-dwt, built 2006), damaged in a Houthi attack in the Red Sea on August 21, 2024, has been sold. The vessel, which caught fire and lost power, is likely headed for recycling, with its 25 crew members rescued by a French frigate.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Cyprus today carries profound political and geostrategic significance, transcending routine diplomacy. Amid tensions in South Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean, Modi’s first trip to the Republic of Cyprus underscores India’s push to expand its global influence.
Greece has placed maritime security at the center of its United Nations Security Council presidency for May, Ambassador Evangelos Sekeris announced in a press briefing. Key events include a high-level debate chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and a ministerial session on civilian protection, underscoring Greece’s commitment to international law and global stability.
Nammos Resort AMAALA, Greece’s iconic beach club brand’s first international venture, will open in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea in 2025. Located in Triple Bay, the resort blends Mykonian and Hijazi aesthetics with 110 ocean-view rooms, a luxury spa, and exclusive dining, including the boat-accessible Nammos Restaurant on Hijaz Island.
Three Greek oil tankers are taking longer routes around Africa to deliver Russian crude to Asia, bypassing the usual path through Egypt’s Suez Canal and the Red Sea. This unusual detour is likely due to security concerns over Houthi militant attacks on merchant vessels in the region.
The Sindbad submarine sank near Hurghada, Egypt, killing six and injuring nine of its 44 passengers. With 29 rescued, the incident recalls last year’s Sea Story disaster, raising fresh safety concerns in a region prized for its reefs and proximity to Greece.
The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution co-authored by Greece and the United States, addressing the rising security threats in the Red Sea. The resolution condemns Houthi attacks on commercial vessels and oil terminals, stressing the importance of safeguarding this vital maritime route for global trade. It calls for immediate cessation of hostilities, the enforcement of an arms embargo, and the release of the detained *Galaxy Leader* crew. Greece reaffirmed its commitment to maritime security, highlighting its contributions to EU naval operations and urging a comprehensive political solution for Yemen’s stability.
A major environmental disaster was averted after the successful salvage of the Greek-registered tanker MT Sounion, attacked by Houthi militants in the Red Sea. The vessel, carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil, was struck by missiles and drones, sparking fears of a catastrophic oil spill. Greek-led efforts and international collaboration ensured the safe removal of the cargo and extinguished the threat.
The Greek Navy frigate Hydra is being deployed for a high-risk mission in the Red…
A Greek-flagged oil tanker that had been on the verge of causing a massive environmental disaster in the Red Sea has been successfully salvaged, according to a security firm.
Operations at Greece’s largest port, Piraeus, are continuing as normal despite the U.S. Defense Department adding its majority owner, COSCO Shipping, to a list of companies allegedly working with the Chinese military, sources told Reuters.
A US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet was mistakenly shot down by friendly fire from the USS Gettysburg in the Red Sea. Both pilots ejected safely, with one sustaining minor injuries. A full investigation is underway to determine the cause of this rare incident.
The CENTAUR, an innovative anti-drone system developed by the Hellenic Aerospace Industry, is currently being constructed and deployed on MEKO frigates. With its successful operational use in the Red Sea against Houthi UAVs, it has proven to be a vital asset in electronic warfare and naval defense, offering significant capabilities at a low cost.
Turkey condemned a Houthi missile attack on a Turkish-owned cargo ship in the Red Sea, vowing to take measures to prevent future incidents. The Panama-flagged Anadolu S was reportedly targeted by multiple missiles. The Houthis claimed the attack was in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
An operation to transfer 150,000 tonnes of crude oil from the Houthi-hit Greek-flagged tanker Sounion is underway in the Port of Suez. The tanker, which has been ablaze for seven weeks following a drone attack by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, is being transferred to the Delta Blue tanker using portable equipment. The operation, which began Thursday, is expected to take three to four weeks and involves a crew aboard the tugboat Aigaion Pelagos. Efforts to secure the ship and mitigate further risks continue after the vessel suffered significant structural damage.
