What to Know About Houthi Vessel Attack That Killed One Indonesian
The Iran-backed Houthi has been accused of attacking a commercial vessel at the Bab al-Mandab Strait. The attack killed one Indonesian, injuring two.
The Houthi group, backed by Iran, attacked a commercial vessel named Tihamah in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, resulting in the death of one Indonesian crew member and injuries to ten others, including two Indonesian crew members. Yemen's coast guard reported that the attack also killed two members of the Yemeni National Resistance Forces who were participating in a rescue operation.
The Houthi group has claimed responsibility for the attack, which targeted a Saudi ship carrying military equipment. Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the deaths of three Indonesian crew members and stated that one crew member suffered minor injuries and did not require hospitalization. The Indonesian embassy in Muscat is monitoring the situation and seeking official confirmation regarding the condition of the remaining crew members.
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