Tanker Attacked off Coast of Yemen by People on Skiff

A tanker was attacked by people aboard a small skiff off the coast of Yemen, news agency Mehr and Middle East Eye reported, citing the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

According to the reports, the incident off the Yemeni coast follows a series of attacks on commercial vessels across the region in recent days. The identity of the tanker, the extent of damage to the vessel, and the condition of the crew on board have not yet been released, nor has the identity of the attackers. Further details have not yet been released.