Published Aug 5, 2026, 7:58 AM ET · Updated 3 months ago · 1 source
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Center has issued a follow-up advisory after yesterday's attack on a commercial vessel approximately 9 nautical miles southwest of Al Mukha, Yemen. According to UKMTO, the vessel was struck by an uncrewed surface vessel (USV), igniting a fire that ultimately forced the crew to abandon ship. The vessel subsequently sank. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
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The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Center has issued a follow-up advisory after yesterday's attack on a commercial vessel approximately 9 nautical miles southwest of Al Mukha, Yemen. According to UKMTO, the vessel was struck by an uncrewed surface vessel (USV), igniting a fire that ultimately forced the crew to abandon ship. The vessel subsequently sank. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.