Yemeni rebel forces targets Israel-Bound Cargo Ship in Red Sea

Yemeni rebel forces launched a projectile attack on a cargo ship destined for Israel in the Red Sea. The vessel, owned by the German transport company Hapag-Lloyd, suffered physical damage as a result of the aerial assault, which reportedly originated from Houthi-controlled territory near the Yemeni coastal city of Mocha.

The attack underscores the persistent security challenges in the region due to the ongoing conflict in Yemen, with Iran-backed rebels openly declaring their intention to target ships bound for Israel, regardless of nationality.

The increased frequency of such attacks has prompted heightened military response, with US, French, and British warships actively patrolling the area to intercept and neutralize incoming threats, highlighting the complex geopolitical dynamics at play in the Red Sea.

The incident occurred north of the Yemeni coastal city of Mocha. This adds a specific detail to the previous information, emphasizing that the cargo ship involved belongs to Hapag-Lloyd and suffered damage from an aerial attack near Mocha, underscoring the targeted nature of the strike. 

Iran-backed rebels have declared their intention to target any ships heading to Israel, regardless of nationality.