Afghanistan, July 7 -- Israel carried out airstrikes on Yemen, targeting three ports and a power plant, in response to a suspected Houthi attack in the Red Sea.
A commercial cargo ship, Magic Seas, sailing under a Liberian flag and operated by a Greek company, was attacked in the Red Sea on Sunday, July 6. According to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), the attack took place about 100 kilometers southwest of the Houthi-controlled port of Hodeidah, Yemen. The crew was forced to abandon the ship after it caught fire. Security reports indicate the vessel was struck by unmanned explosive-laden boats, followed by small arms and RPG fire.
Private maritime security firm Ambrey reported that the ship was approached by eight fast Houthi boa...