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Rescue Operation in the Red Sea
The EU naval mission Aspides rescued three crew members and a security guard from the Eternity C vessel in the Red Sea after nearly 48 hours adrift. This follows yesterday's rescue of six others by a private security company.
Attack Details
The Houthi rebels from Yemen sank the ship after two days of sustained attacks, resulting in four fatalities. The rescued crew includes eight Filipinos, one Indian, and one Greek national.
Missing Crew Members
Eleven crew members remain missing, with intelligence suggesting some may be held by Houthi forces. A Houthi spokesman claimed they had "rescued and cared for" crew members at a secure location, while US officials described this as kidnapping.
Escalating Maritime Conflict
This incident marks the second vessel destroyed by Houthi forces this week, ending a period of relative calm for commercial shipping in the Red Sea. The Iran-backed Houthis have intensified attacks since October 2023 as part of their campaign against Israeli interests and allies.
Regional Implications
The Red Sea crisis continues to disrupt global shipping routes, with vessels forced to reroute around Africa. The EU's Aspides mission and US-led Operation Prosperity Guardian remain active to protect maritime traffic through this strategic corridor linking Asia to Europe.
