Houthi Rebels Attack Egyptian Cargo Ship, Six Dead

In a recent maritime incident, Houthi rebels attacked the Egyptian cargo ship 'Tihama' in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, leading to the deaths of six individuals, including foreign nationals. The attack has raised concerns over maritime security in the region, with reports of additional assaults on rescue teams. This incident highlights the ongoing threat posed by Houthi forces to international shipping routes. For more details on the attack and its implications, read the full article.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 12, 2026, 14:12 IST

Houthi Rebels Strike Again

Attack on Egyptian Cargo Ship: The Houthi rebels have once again unleashed chaos at sea by attacking a cargo vessel. This incident occurred in Yemen's Bab al-Mandeb Strait, where the Egyptian cargo ship 'Tihama' was targeted. So far, the attack has resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including three Pakistanis and one Indonesian, while the identities of two victims remain unknown. Additionally, ten others sustained injuries during the assault.

Reports indicate that the Houthi rebels, who have become a significant threat to maritime trade, launched their attack on the 'Tihama' cargo ship. Following the incident, a rescue team was dispatched to assist the vessel. However, during this operation, the Houthi fighters reportedly executed another attack, resulting in the deaths of two rescuers from the anti-Houthi group, the National Resistance Forces. Among the ten injured were seven crew members of the ship, two personnel from Yemen's Coast Guard, and one member of the National Resistance Forces.

In a related claim, the Houthi rebels have stated that they targeted a ship carrying Saudi military supplies in the Bab al-Mandeb region.