UKMTO: Houthis attack first Saudi oil tanker 70 nautical miles off Al-Shuwaik

UKMTO reports that Houthi forces attacked the first Saudi oil tanker approximately 70 nautical miles from the city of Al-Shuwaik in Saudi Arabia. No details on the vessel's identity, damage, or casualties have been reported yet.

The UKMTO reported that Houthi forces attacked the first Saudi oil tanker approximately 70 nautical miles from Al-Shuwaik, Saudi Arabia. The attack is the latest in a series of Houthi strikes on Red Sea shipping, as previously covered by The Zioneer. The vessel's identity and the extent of damage remain unconfirmed.

5 developments

1. 1 hour ago · 01:50 · 23 JulLatest

   Unverified footage shows Saudi oil tanker engulfed in flames.

2. 01:31 · 23 Jul

   Houthis claim responsibility for attacking two Saudi oil tankers.

3. 01:06 · 23 Jul

   Confirmed fire on the Saudi oil tanker following Houthi attack.

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