A commercial ship sailing through the Red Sea caught fire after being hit by unidentified projectiles near the coast of Yemen, according to reports from maritime security sources. The vessel, whose name and origin have not yet been disclosed, was traveling through one of the world’s most vital shipping routes when it came under attack.
The attack occurred in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic chokepoint between the Arabian Peninsula and the Horn of Africa. Following the impact, a fire broke out onboard, prompting distress signals and emergency responses. It remains unclear which group is behind the assault, though tensions in the region have escalated due to ongoing conflicts and regional rivalries.
The crew’s condition and the extent of the damage are still being assessed. Maritime security agencies have warned vessels in the area to exercise extreme caution. No group has claimed responsibility so far.
The Red Sea has witnessed a surge in maritime threats in recent years, especially amid the Yemen conflict and wider regional instability involving Iran-backed Houthi rebels and other actors. The latest incident raises fresh concerns about the safety of international commercial shipping in the region.
