Four killed after Houthi attack on cargo ship in Red Sea
Al Jazeera · New
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Surge in Red Sea attacks after months of calm potentially signals revival of Houthis’ campaign over Gaza war.
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- Houthi rebels attacked the Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned Eternity Sea in the Red Sea.
- The attack involved shore-fired missiles and an unmanned boat, resulting in severe damage and four crew deaths. 12s
- The Houthis targeted the ship due to its destination, the Israeli port of Eilat, as part of their campaign over the Gaza conflict. 16s
- Some survivors were rescued by a European Union naval mission, while others were taken to safety by the Houthis. 50s
- This is the second vessel sunk by the Houthis in a week and the first attack on Red Sea shipping since late 2024. 1m 14s
