Key Facts
• July: Pro-Iranian Houthis attacked a second cargo ship in the Red Sea.
• July 7-8: Greek-operated ‘Eternity C’ sunk after missile and drone strikes.
• 25 crew members onboard: 6 rescued, 4 dead, 15 missing.
• U.S. accuses Houthis of obstructing rescue efforts and abducting survivors.
• Houthis claim ships targeted are linked to Israel.
• July 6: Another cargo ship attacked and sunk by Houthis.
Summary
The pro-Iranian Houthi group in Yemen has escalated attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea, sinking two vessels in July. The latest incident involved the Greek-operated ‘Eternity C,’ which was targeted with missiles and drones over two days, leaving 4 dead, 15 missing, and 6 rescued. The U.S. has condemned the Houthis for hindering rescue operations and abducting survivors. The group claims its attacks are directed at ships allegedly linked to Israel. These incidents highlight growing tensions in the region.
