A cargo ship triggered a distress alert after being attacked by unknown armed assailants off the coast of Hodeidah in the Red Sea. The incident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the city, which is under control of the Houthi movement.
A skiff approached the bulk carrier and opened fire, leading the ship's security guards to return fire. The skiff then retreated to a larger vessel located about 2 nautical miles away.
No group claimed responsibility for the attack, which took place in a region affected by ongoing maritime tensions. The Houthis have previously targeted shipping in the Red Sea, and their attacks resumed in 2026 following regional military developments.