Cargo ship hit by projectile off Yemen’s coast, security firms report

A Belize-flagged, UK-owned bulk carrier leaking oil in the Gulf of Aden after taking significant damage after an attack by the Houthis. (File/AFP)
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CAIRO: A Netherlands-flagged general cargo ship was struck by an unknown projectile on Monday about 120 nautical miles southeast of Yemen’s port city of Aden, according to maritime security firms.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency said military authorities reported the incident, without giving details on the source of the attack.

Private maritime security company Ambrey confirmed the vessel had come under attack in the same area.