RED SEA ATTACK ATTACK

Chinese hackers step up attacks on Taiwanese organisations: cybersecurity firm

A suspected Chinese state-sponsored hacking group, RedJuliett, has intensified its targeting of Taiwanese organisations, including government, education, technology, and diplomacy sectors, ahead of Taiwan's presidential elections in January. The cyberattacks were observed between November 2023 and April 2024. RedJuliett accessed servers via vulnerabilities in SoftEther enterprise VPN software. Recorded Future suggests that Chinese intelligence services in Fuzhou are likely behind the attacks to gather intelligence on Taiwan.

Ship attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels in fatal assault sinks in Red Sea in their second sinking

A bulk carrier sank in the Red Sea days after an attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels, who are believed to have killed one mariner on board. The sinking of the Tutor marks an escalation in the Houthis' campaign targeting Red Sea shipping, despite ongoing U.S.-led efforts to halt the attacks. The attack, using drone boats, highlights the ongoing conflict in the region. The shipping industry has condemned the attacks, calling for them to stop immediately. Meanwhile, the Houthis claim that U.S.-led airstrikes targeted areas in Yemen under rebel control.

Yemen’s Houthi rebels release video claiming to show Red Sea attack which sank Greek carrier

Ship attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels in fatal assault sinks in Red Sea in second-such sinking

The sinking of the bulk carrier Tutor in the Red Sea has been confirmed by authorities following an attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels. The vessel is believed to have gone down days after the assault, which resulted in the tragic death of one mariner on board. This incident marks the second ship to be sunk in the rebel campaign.

Red Sea attacks drove 90% decline in container shipping, US spies say

US and UK airstrikes target Yemen-based Houthis to curb attacks on ships in the Red Sea. The economic impact widens as the group remains undeterred, affecting global maritime shipping.

Yemen's Houthi rebels launch boat-borne bomb attack against Greek-owned ship in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a boat-borne bomb attack in the Red Sea targeting a commercial ship near the USS Laboon, amid a US-led campaign to safeguard the waterway.

Singapore port container logjam worsens as ships avoid Red Sea

Singapore's port faces congestion due to vessel diversions to avoid Red Sea attacks by Houthi rebels, impacting global supply chains and causing delays in goods delivery.

President Murmu rejects mercy plea of Pakistani terrorist Mohammed Arif convicted in Red Fort attack case

President Droupadi Murmu has rejected the mercy petition of Pakistani terrorist Mohammed Arif alias Ashfaq, convicted in the 24-year-old Red Fort attack case, marking her second rejection of a mercy plea since taking office. The Supreme Court had previously upheld Arif's death sentence in November 2022, emphasizing the attack's threat to India's unity and sovereignty.

Missile attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels strike 2 ships in the Gulf of Aden, US military says

Yemen's Houthi rebels launched missile attacks on two ships in the Gulf of Aden. The first target was the Antigua- and Barbuda-flagged cargo ship Norderney, which was hit by two anti-ship ballistic cruise missiles, causing a fire that was extinguished by the crew. The second target was the Liberian-flagged, Swiss-owned container ship Tavvishi, which sustained damage but continued its journey. A coalition warship intercepted a second missile aimed at the Tavvishi.

Container shortage is shipping’s Achilles’ heel

An initial surge in freight prices — prompted by ships taking the much longer route around the Cape of Good Hope — petered out in March, yet prices have now surged even higher.

Yemen's Houthis say they launched missile attack on US aircraft carrier Eisenhower in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthis launched a missile at the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea, retaliating against U.S. and British strikes on Yemen. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree reported that these strikes killed 16 and injured 41, including civilians. The U.S. and British forces targeted Houthi-controlled areas to prevent further disruptions in the Red Sea. Iran condemned the strikes, calling them violations of Yemen's sovereignty. The Houthis have been attacking international shipping since November in solidarity with Palestinians, prompting retaliatory strikes.

Another US MQ-9 Reaper drone goes down in Yemen, images purportedly show

Another U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone reportedly crashed in Yemen, amid ongoing attacks by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. The cause of the crash is unclear, but images show the drone largely intact in Marib province. This marks the third such incident this month. While U.S. Central Command acknowledged the reports, they stated no aircraft were lost in their area. Marib's strategic importance in Yemen's war has seen previous drone downings. The Houthis, who previously downed MQ-9 drones, and Marib authorities have not commented.

Yemen's Houthis say they attacked three ships, two US destroyers

Yemen's Houthis group has launched attacks on three ships in the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, and two U.S. destroyers in the Red Sea. The group claims the attacks are acts of solidarity with Palestinians in Israel's war in Gaza. The group has been using missiles and drones against ships sailing towards Israeli ports since November.

US calls on Iran to halt unprecedented weapons transfers to Yemen's Houthis for attacks on ships

The United States urged Iran to stop sending an "unprecedented" amount of weapons to Yemen's Houthi rebels, enabling them to carry out "reckless attacks" on ships. U.S. deputy ambassador Robert Wood called on the U.N. Security Council to hold Iran accountable for violating sanctions and strengthen enforcement measures. The conflict in Yemen, exacerbated by external actors like Iran, has led to significant civilian casualties and a dire humanitarian situation, with millions displaced and facing food scarcity and disease outbreaks.

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim 2 attacks in Gulf of Aden, another unreported in Indian Ocean

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for missile attacks on two Panama-flagged container ships in the Gulf of Aden, which caused no damage. They also mentioned targeting another vessel in the Indian Ocean. The attacks, aimed at ships with perceived Israeli ties, come amid reduced rebel activity due to coalition airstrikes. The Houthis link their assaults to Israel's actions in Gaza. International shipping in the region has been impacted, with over 50 attacks reported since November.

Maersk says expanded Houthi attacks are forcing more delays

Since late last year, the Houthis have been attacking ships in the Red Sea, which cargo vessels from Asia have to travel through to reach the Suez Canal.

Houthis threaten to try to attack ships in Mediterranean Sea

Its attacks are ostensibly in support of Palestinians and against Israel as its war against Hamas in Gaza continues.

Maersk sees improved prospects for global container trade

The world’s supply lines are suffering from a number of disruptions, with the biggest coming from Houthi militant attacks in the Red Sea, which have cut container line transits through the Suez canal by about 80%, according to Bloomberg Intelligence

Yemen's Huthis attack Greek, US ships: CENTCOM

Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels have resumed attacks on Red Sea shipping, targeting a Greek commercial vessel and other ships in recent incidents. The rebels launched missiles and drones at the ships, including a Maltese-flagged vessel, MV Cyclades, and two US vessels. The attacks, part of a series of incidents since November, have raised concerns about the safety of shipping routes in the region. The Huthis claim solidarity with Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas conflict and vow to continue attacks until Israel stops its actions in Gaza.

Hapag Lloyd CEO says he expects Red Sea crisis to end this year

Ship operators face prolonged disruption as Yemen-based Houthi militants attack vessels travelling on one of the world's busiest routes, causing costly redirections around Africa.

Houthis attack four ships in Indian Ocean, Red Sea

Iran-aligned Houthi militants have launched repeated drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait and Gulf of Aden since November, forcing shippers to re-route cargo to longer and more expensive journeys around Southern Africa and stoking fears that the Israel-Hamas war could spread and destabilise the Middle East.

Likely attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels targets a vessel in the Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels are suspected of attacking a vessel in the Red Sea near Mokha, Yemen, in their latest assault on international shipping. The attack, not immediately acknowledged by the Houthis, prompted the UK Maritime Trade Operations center to issue a cautionary notice. The rebels claim their attacks aim to pressure Israel to end its conflict with Hamas, despite a recent decline in attacks due to a U.S.-led airstrike campaign in Yemen. The rebels recently claimed to have shot down a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone.

Houthi militant attacks no threat to Saudi resorts, says Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb