Houthi rebels target commercial ship carrying corn to Iran: A dangerous escalation in the Red Sea
Maize (Corn)
Published Feb 14, 2024
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Yemen's Houthi rebels, known for their Iranian backing, have targeted the Star Iris, a commercial ship carrying corn from Brazil to Iran, in the Red Sea. This attack is part of a series of assaults on ships in the region, disrupting key waterway shipments. The escalating attacks have led to many leading shipping companies avoiding the area. In response, the United States and British forces have launched airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen.
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In a brazen act of aggression, Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeted the Star Iris, a commercial ship carrying corn from Brazil to Iran. The attack occurred in the early hours of February 13, 2024, approximately 40 nautical miles south of Al Mukha at the entrance to the Red Sea. This latest incident is part of a series of assaults by the rebels on ships in the region, disrupting shipments through key waterways. The Star Iris was hit by missiles in two separate incidents, though fortunately, no casualties were reported, and the ship sustained only minor damage. It continues its journey to its next port of call. The Houthi militia, known for their Iranian backing, have been escalating their attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The United States military confirmed the destination of the ship and identified its cargo as Brazilian corn bound for Iran. The ongoing conflict in Yemen has cast a long shadow over international shipping in the ...
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