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Yemen Online
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Yemen Online
Israeli Airstrikes Severely Damage Yemeni Ports and Commercial Vessels , Ambrey Says
Israeli airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled infrastructure in Yemen have caused significant damage to key Red Sea ports and at least two commercial vessels, according to maritime security sources and satellite imagery. The Israeli military confirmed it launched coordinated strikes on the ports of Hodeidah, Ras Isa, and Salif, as well as the Ras Qantib power station, in retaliation for recent missile and drone attacks launched by the Houthi movement against Israeli territory. British maritime security firm Ambrey reported that concrete docks at Hodeidah port sustained visible blast damage, and two Barbados-flagged bulk carriers docked at the time were likely affected by the explosions. No crew injuries have been reported so far. Local sources and satellite images also revealed: - Extensive fire damage to port infrastructure and storage areas. - Disruption of port operations, with vessels forced to suspend unloading. - Damage to cranes, warehouses, and customs facilities, with some estimates suggesting up to 70% of the port's operational capacity was affected. The port of Hodeidah is Yemen's primary maritime gateway, handling nearly 80% of the country's food and humanitarian imports. Aid agencies have warned that continued strikes on such infrastructure could worsen the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, where millions remain in urgent need of assistance. The Israeli military stated that the targeted ports were being used to transfer Iranian weapons and support Houthi operations against Israel and international shipping. Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that 'anyone who raises a hand against Israel will have it cut off,' vowing continued retaliation.
Al Arabiya
13-03-2025
- Business
- Al Arabiya
Russian diesel still flowing to Syria on US-sanctioned tankers: Data
A second tanker under US sanctions is moored near the Syrian port of Banias and may deliver a diesel cargo from Russia, data shows, as Moscow and Damascus strengthen ties. Moscow backed former Syrian autocrat Bashar al-Assad during more than a decade of civil war in Syria, but wants to improve relations with the new interim leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, as Russia wants to retain the use of its two military bases in the country. According to LSEG data, the Barbados-flagged Proxima, with around 30,000 metric tons of diesel departed from Primorsk in February and is drifting near Banias, as it waits to discharge its cargo. The Proxima was placed under US sanctions on January 10, along with around 180 other vessels. Last week, the tanker Prosperity, also under US sanctions, arrived in Syria's coastal waters, carrying about 37,000 metric tons of diesel loaded in the Russian Baltic port of Primorsk. Both tankers turned off their ship tracking devices on arrival, concealing their operations, shipping data shows. Recently, Syria received a new shipment of its local currency printed in Russia and more shipments were expected in the future in another sign of improving ties between Moscow and Syria's new rulers. Western countries, including the US, EU and Britain are also easing sanctions pressure on Syria.
Reuters
13-03-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Russian diesel continues to flow to Syria on US-sanctioned tankers, data shows
MOSCOW, March 13 (Reuters) - A second tanker under U.S. sanctions is moored near the Syrian port of Banias and may deliver a diesel cargo from Russia, data shows, as Moscow and Damascus strengthen ties. Moscow backed former Syrian autocrat Bashar al-Assad during more than a decade of civil war in Syria, but wants to improve relations with the new interim leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, as Russia wants to retain the use of its two military bases in the country. Get a look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets with the Morning Bid U.S. newsletter. Sign up here. According to LSEG data, the Barbados-flagged Proxima, with around 30,000 metric tons of diesel departed from Primorsk in February and is drifting near Banias, as it waits to discharge its cargo. The Proxima was placed under U.S. sanctions on January 10, along with around 180 other vessels. Last week, the tanker Prosperity, also under U.S. sanctions, arrived in Syria's coastal waters, carrying about 37,000 metric tons of diesel loaded in the Russian Baltic port of Primorsk. Both tankers turned off their ship tracking devices on arrival, concealing their operations, shipping data shows. Recently, Syria received a new shipment of its local currency printed in Russia and more shipments were expected in the future in another sign of improving ties between Moscow and Syria's new rulers. Western countries, including the U.S., EU and Britain are also easing sanctions pressure on Syria.
Arab News
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Kyiv: Russian strike on Ukraine's Odesa port kills four
KYIV: A Russian ballistic missile strike overnight on the southern Ukrainian port city of Odesa killed four people and damaged a Barbados-flagged cargo ship, Ukrainian authorities said Wednesday. The attack late Tuesday came as Ukraine endorsed an American proposal for a 30-day ceasefire and agreed to immediate negotiations with Russia. Ukrainian officials said the attack occurred as the cargo ship was being loaded with a grain consignment intended to be sent to Algeria. 'Unfortunately, four people died – citizens of Syria. The youngest victim was 18, the oldest was 24 years old. Two more people were wounded – a Ukrainian and a Syrian,' Oleksiy Kuleba, vice prime minister for reconstruction wrote on social media. 'Russia is attacking Ukraine's infrastructure, including ports that are involved in ensuring the world's food security,' he added. Separately, the governor of the Dnipropetrovsk region said a 47-year-old woman was killed during a Russian missile attack on the central city of Kryvyi Rig, the hometown of President Volodymyr Zelensky. The Ukrainian air force said that in total Russia had launched three missiles at the war-battered country overnight as well as 133 drones of various types, including the Iranian-designed Shahed-type attack drone. Its air defense units shot down 98 of the drones, the air force added.
Al Bawaba
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Russian strike kills 4 Syrians in Odesa, Ukraine
ALBAWABA - Four Syrians were killed in a Russian missile attack that targeted Odessa on Tuesday night, a Ukrainian official said and added that the airstrike also hit a Barbados-flagged ship in the southern city's port, a Ukrainian official said. Also Read Russia: 1 killed in massive Ukraine drone attack Ukraine's Deputy Reconstruction Minister Oleksiy Kuleba posted: "Unfortunately, four Syrian citizens were killed. At the time of the attack, the ship was loading wheat for export to Algeria. It was a completely civilian ship." Nonetheless, Reuters reported that Russian air forces struck Ukraine with a ballistic missile and 126 drones, causing fire to erupt at a fuel depot, according to Ukrainian officials. At least two people were injured in various cities in Ukraine. Officials also noted that in Odesa, the attack caused fires at a fuel storage facility, a house and a storage site for children's toys, forcing over 100 people to attempt to put out the fires, the emergency services announced on Tuesday. ‼️On the evening of March 11, the Russian army attacked port infrastructure and a civilian vessel in #Odessa under the flag of the Republic of Barbados. Unfortunately, four people died - citizens of Syria. The youngest victim was 18, the oldest was 24 years old. Two more people…
