FIERY Houthi Assault On ‘Israel-bound' Ship Bleeds 2 Sailors After Sinking Of ‘Magic Seas'
/ Jul 08, 2025, 07:00PM IST
Two crew members of the Liberia-flagged, Greek-operated, bulk carrier Eternity C have reportedly been killed. This as attack by sea drones and speed boats, that began on July 7, off Yemen coast continues. The Houthi rebels have not claimed responsibility for the attack, but Yemen's exiled government has blamed them for it. It comes a day after the Houthi rebels reportedly sank 'Magic Seas' ship in Red Sea. Watch for more details
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- Hindustan Times
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- News18
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