Indian cargo ship sinks after missile strike off Yemen coast

An Indian-flagged vessel has sunk after being struck by missile fire in waters near Yemen, India’s maritime authorities have confirmed. The MSV Faize Noore Oliya was hit by shrapnel from a missile whilst operating close to Yemeni territorial waters on Tuesday, according to India’s shipping minister. Following the strike, the vessel capsized and sank, prompting what is likely to be a significant maritime incident in a strategically important shipping corridor. The incident comes amid escalating tensions in the region, with maritime traffic facing increased risks from missile and drone strikes. Indian authorities have not yet clarified the source of the strike or provided details about potential casualties or the cargo the vessel was carrying. The sinking represents a serious security concern for commercial shipping operating in the Red Sea and adjacent waters, an area through which a substantial portion of global trade passes.

Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.