A Greek-owned cargo ship, the True Confidence, was hit by a missile attack by Houthi forces near Yemen’s port of Aden, resulting in fatalities and injuries. The ship’s crew and armed guards are missing or injured, and the vessel was left adrift with fires onboard. The attack has disrupted global shipping routes, forcing ships to take longer and more expensive journeys. The Houthi forces claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was in solidarity with Palestinians and against Israel’s actions in Gaza. Despite ongoing airstrikes by the US, the Houthis have managed to launch significant attacks, including targeting a US destroyer recently. The US military responded to the attacks, destroying antiship missiles and drones launched by the Houthis. The conflict between the Houthis and the US shows no signs of stopping, with the militant group vowing to continue until the siege on Gaza is lifted. The True Confidence, owned by True Confidence Shipping and operated by Third January Maritime, had no link to the US, but was previously owned by Oaktree Capital Management. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the challenges faced by international shipping companies operating in the area.
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