An oil tanker in the Red Sea remains ablaze and may be leaking oil after being attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels, raising fears of a catastrophic spill.
Robert Greenall reports for BBC.
In short:
- The Greek-owned MV Sounion, carrying one million barrels of crude oil, was attacked by Houthi rebels, leading to ongoing fires and potential oil leakage.
- The Houthis claim they are targeting vessels linked to Israel, the US, or the UK, although this has often been disputed.
- The US and regional partners are attempting to prevent environmental disaster amid threats of further attacks.
Why this matters:
A major oil spill in the Red Sea could have devastating environmental and economic consequences, potentially affecting global shipping routes and marine ecosystems. The Houthis’ ongoing threats increase the risk of further incidents.
