The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported an incident 70 nautical miles southwest of Yemen's Aden, according to Reuters. This comes amidst a surge in successful attacks by Houthi rebels, who have hit three merchant ships in the past two days. Historically, the Houthis had a lower success rate, but recent data shows a significant increase to a 100% success rate. The region has seen a total of 89 maritime incidents related to Iran and Houthi activities, impacting shipping in the Middle East.
Updated graphic of Iran & Houthi related maritime incidents impacting shipping in the Middle East 89 Incidents listed https://t.co/fQWV5Fqer5
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So whatβs the bigger Houthi story. Historically they hit maybe 10% of vessels. All of the sudden this week they are at a 100% success rate. What changed β¦
β‘UKMTO receives report on an incident 70nm south west of Yemen's aden β Reuters