Greece voiced deep concern over the escalating crisis in Yemen at the UN Security Council, condemning Houthi attacks on civilian infrastructure and calling for de-escalation, dialogue, and diplomacy. Greek Ambassador Evangelos Sekeris emphasised support for the Yemeni government, a political solution, and urgent humanitarian aid, while urging unity within the Security Council and protection of maritime security in the region.
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The Greek Navy frigate Hydra is being deployed for a high-risk mission in the Red…
The transfer of oil from the Greek-owned tanker *Sounion* to the tanker *Delta Blue* at the Suez anchorage was successfully completed on Wednesday. The operation, supported by the Greek rescue vessel *Aegean Sea*, followed a Houthi attack in August that left the *Sounion* severely damaged. After the crew abandoned ship, explosives caused multiple fires, which were extinguished in October by a specialized team. The successful transfer marks a critical achievement in the safe recovery of oil from the damaged vessel.
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.
Yemen's Houthi forces launched an unsuccessful attack on a Greek-operated, Liberia-flagged bulk carrier in the Red Sea, missing the target with all three strikes. The incident, occurring amid escalating conflicts in the region, highlights ongoing tensions as the Houthis aim to enforce a naval blockade against Israel in solidarity with Palestinians. Despite the attacks, the vessel, identified as the Motaro, and its crew remained safe, continuing their voyage without harm.
Russia has reportedly provided satellite data to Yemen’s Houthi rebels, helping them target Western ships in the Red Sea with ballistic missiles and drones, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The data, allegedly transmitted via Iranian intermediaries, has escalated Houthi attacks in solidarity with Palestinians amid the Gaza conflict. The U.S., responding to shipping disruptions, has formed a naval coalition and recently deployed B-2 stealth bombers to strike Houthi targets in Yemen.
The email campaign, which has not been previously reported, indicates that Houthi rebels are casting their net wider and targeting Greek merchant ships with little or no connection to Israel.
The threats were also, for the first time in recent months, directed at entire fleets, increasing the risks for those vessels still trying to cross the Red Sea.
The 76,800-dwt Minoan Courage (built 2008) appears to have been an unintended target, as the Yemeni rebel group was likely pursuing a different vessel nearby - the 163,300-dwt Cordelia Moon (built 2013).
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) announced on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024, that it received a report of an incident at sea. The incident's location was given as 64 nautical miles northwest of Hodeidah, Yemen.
The USS Harry S. Truman has set sail for the Red Sea as part of a U.S. 6th Fleet deployment amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The carrier will deter threats while Israel conducts military operations in Gaza and Lebanon. The Navy is prepared for potential evacuations but has not yet received orders to proceed.
The salvage operation of a Greek-owned oil tanker struck by Houthi missiles in August is moving at a "very slow pace," raising concerns about a potential environmental disaster in the Red Sea. The tanker, carrying 150,000 tons of crude oil, was attacked off the coast of Hodeida, Yemen, and is being towed to a safe location by the European Union's naval mission.
A high-risk salvage operation to recover the Greek-registered tanker "Sounion," attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, is set to resume this week. The vessel, which carries one million barrels of crude oil, poses a significant environmental risk if it leaks. The EU's naval mission, Aspides, will oversee the delicate operation, with support from French and Greek frigates.
The Joint Maritime Information Center has reported an attack on the Blue Lagoon 1, a vessel flying the Panama flag and owned by Greek interests. The incident occurred off the coast of Al-Saleef in Yemen, highlighting ongoing maritime security concerns in the area.
A commercial ship was struck by unidentified projectiles in the Red Sea, near Yemen, prompting measures to contain the damage. The UK Maritime Trade Operations confirmed no injuries on board, as the ship continued its journey. The area has seen repeated Houthi rebel attacks, escalating risks to navigation and global trade.
The towing operation for the Greek-flagged tanker "Sounion" is set to commence today as it continues to burn in the Red Sea following attacks by the Houthis. Satellite images have revealed pollution in the area, and while a temporary ceasefire was suggested, the Houthis clarified they would only allow the towing operation to proceed.
A Greek oil tanker, the MV Sounion, has been attacked by Yemeni Houthis in the Red Sea, leading to a significant oil leak and potential environmental disaster. The vessel, carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil, was immobilized and is currently on fire, raising concerns over its impact on navigation and the environment. The situation has been exacerbated by ongoing threats from Houthi rebels, complicating salvage efforts.
The European Union's mission in the Red Sea, known as Aspides, reported no oil spill from the attacked MV SOUNION tanker off Yemen's coast, despite contrasting claims from the Pentagon. Tension amplifies as Houthi militants assert responsibility for the attack, aligning with Palestinians in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
The Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion remains ablaze in the Red Sea following an attack by Yemen's Houthi group and is reportedly leaking oil, posing a significant environmental and navigational threat. The vessel was carrying around one million barrels of crude oil when it was hit by projectiles near Hodeidah, escalating concerns over a potential environmental catastrophe.
The Greek-flagged oil tanker *Sounion*, previously attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels and abandoned by its crew, is now adrift and ablaze in the Red Sea. This escalation raises significant environmental and navigational concerns as the vessel carries 150,000 tons of crude oil. The incident comes amidst heightened tensions in the region following the death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and underscores the potential for the conflict to further threaten global trade and security.
The crew of Greek-flagged Sounion, which was attacked by Yemen's Houthis on Wednesday, made up of two Russians and 23 Filipinos, abandoned the vessel and was rescued by the EU's Red Sea naval mission "Aspides."