Tanker Burns in Red Sea After Houthi Attack

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A Greek-flagged oil tanker caught fire Friday after being attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels this week. Authorities said the vessel was now seen adrift in the Red Sea. It is not yet clear what happened to the oil tanker Sounion, which was abandoned by its crew on Thursday (22/8) and reported anchored where it is. The Houthis did not immediately acknowledge the fire. The rebels are believed to have again attacked at least one other ship that was later sunk as part of their months-long campaign against shipping in the Red Sea during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip. The attacks have disrupted a trade route that normally carries $1 trillion worth of goods each year. Maritime Trade Operations Center (United Kingdom Maritime Trade OperationsThe British military's /UKMTO) reported the fire in a note to sailors on Friday (23/8) evening. “UKMTO has received reports that there have been three fires on board,” the centre said. “The vessel appears to be drifting.” A U.S. defense official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss intelligence matters, said U.S. officials were aware of the fire and were monitoring the situation. According to the European Union's Aspides …

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