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Tragedy Strikes as Migrant Boats Capsize off Djibouti: At Least 45 Confirmed Dead

A devastating maritime disaster unfolded off the coast of Djibouti, where two boats carrying refugees and migrants from Africa sank, resulting in at least 45 fatalities and many more individuals reported missing. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) disclosed that the vessels departed from......

Yemen's Houthis Launch Attacks on Israel: A Bold Assertion of Solidarity

Yemen's Houthi rebels have proclaimed their intention to escalate military operations against Israel, claiming responsibility for a ballistic missile strike aimed at southern Tel Aviv and a drone attack targeting the coastal city of Ashkelon. This announcement, made on Friday, underscores the group's......

Yemen's Vice-Chair Raises Concerns: Airstrikes May Strengthen Houthis' Grip

In an exclusive interview, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, the vice-chair of Yemen's UN-recognized government, has expressed grave concerns over the recent US-UK airstrikes in Yemen. The airstrikes, intended to curb the Houthi disruption of commercial shipping, have failed to significantly weaken the group's......

A Burning Oil Tanker's Rescue: Navigating Conflict and Environmental Risks

In a significant development, salvagers have successfully towed the Greek-flagged oil tanker, Sounion, away from the shores of Yemen, averting a potential environmental disaster. The tanker, which had been under attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels, was safely moved to a secure location, preventing any......

Gaza Conflict: Israeli Airstrikes Claim Lives, Including Women and Children

At least 16 individuals, among them five women and four children, have lost their lives in a series of Israeli airstrikes across central Gaza. The attacks, which occurred between Sunday night and Monday morning, have sparked further tensions in the ongoing Gaza war. Rescuers reported a devastating airstrike......

Urgent Salvage Operation Underway to Avert Red Sea Oil Spill Catastrophe

Efforts are underway to prevent a potential environmental disaster as a Greek-owned and flagged tanker, MV Sounion, targeted by Houthi rebels, risks spilling around one million barrels of oil into the Red Sea. The vessel was abandoned by its crew off the coast of Oman after being struck on 21 August......

Greek Oil Tanker Ablaze in Red Sea After Multiple Attacks: Crew Safe, Ship Adrift

In a dramatic escalation of maritime tensions, a Greek-flagged oil tanker, the Sounion, came under siege in the Red Sea on Wednesday morning. The vessel, carrying a crew of 25, was subjected to multiple attacks, leaving it engulfed in flames and drifting helplessly in international waters. The incident......

Houthi Rebels Resume Maritime Assaults: Container Ship Targeted in Gulf of Aden

In a concerning development that threatens to reignite tensions in the Middle East's vital shipping lanes, Yemen's Houthi rebels have resumed their maritime attacks after a two-week hiatus. On Sunday, the group launched a missile strike against a Liberian-flagged container ship traversing the......

Israel's Threat to Yemen’s Vital Economic Hub: The Port of Hodeidah

In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Israel's recent strike on Yemen's Hodeidah port has thrust this crucial economic artery into the global spotlight. The attack, which targeted petroleum storage tanks and a power station near the port on July 20, has sent shockwaves through Yemen's......

Sudan's Unfolding Tragedy: The Deadly Impact of Unchecked Arms Flow

In a startling exposé, Amnesty International has shed light on the dire consequences of unrestricted weapons influx into Sudan, painting a grim picture of a nation in turmoil. The human rights organization's latest report unveils a complex web of international arms suppliers fueling a conflict......

Perilous Seas: Daring Rescue Amidst Sunken Tanker off Oman

In a dramatic turn of events off the coast of Oman, rescue teams embarked on a daring mission to save lives after the oil tanker MT Prestige Falcon capsized late on Monday. The incident, which occurred approximately 25 nautical miles (46.3 km) from Ras Madrakah, resulted in one crew member's death......