A Houthi attack on a vessel in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Red Sea, has killed six people, including three Pakistani nationals, according to Yemen's government. The incident occurred in the strategic strait, a key maritime route between the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
The attack targeted a cargo ship, resulting in the deaths of four crew members. Among the victims were three Pakistanis, confirmed by Pakistani officials. The government is in contact with Saudi and Yemeni authorities to gather more details about the incident.
Yemen's government reported the attack as part of ongoing tensions in the region. The Houthi movement, based in Yemen, has been accused of launching attacks on commercial vessels in the area. The incident highlights the growing risks for maritime trade in the region.
The exact circumstances of the attack remain under investigation. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack.
