Rumors of an explosion of a US cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden

The incident occurred as the ship passed southwest of Yemen's port city of Aden, AFP reported.

According to Ambrey, the information was provided by another ship passing through the area. The company issued a warning, urging nearby ships to be cautious and avoid approaching the exploding ship.

Ambrey said the Iranian-backed Houthi forces in Yemen were behind the incident. The UK Maritime Security Agency (UKMTO) also reported an "attack" in the southwest Gulf of Aden, without giving details.

However, there is no information yet about the reaction of this group of gunmen to the allegations.

A Greek-flagged cargo ship docks at the port of Aden after being attacked in the Red Sea on February 21.

In recent times, the Houthis have repeatedly targeted commercial ships passing through the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea, a campaign they say is aimed at showing solidarity with Palestinians in the war in Gaza.

The attacks have forced major shipping lines to halt shipments through the Red Sea, which normally carries about 12% of global trade, or to sail around the southern tip of Africa.

US shoots down Houthi anti-ship missiles and UAVs targeting destroyers in the Black Sea

US Defense Department spokesman Pete Nguyen said over the weekend that at least "15 commercial vessels have been affected" since November 2023, including four US ships.

Since January, the US and UK have carried out repeated strikes against Houthi targets in response to the group's moves.

On March 5, the US military said its forces shot down three drones and one missile aimed at a destroyer in the Red Sea, after Houthi claimed responsibility for the attack targeting two Washington warships.

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