AP Moller-Maersk, a Danish company specialized in maritime cargo transportation, is suspending all container shipments via the Red Sea due to the attack on the company’s ship. This was reported by Reuters Based on the company’s statement.
“Following the incident at Maersk Gibraltar yesterday and another attack on a container ship today, we have instructed all Maersk ships in the area due to transit through the Bab al-Mandab Strait to cease traffic until further notice,” the company said.
It was noted that attacks on commercial ships pose a threat to shipping and crews in the region.
Previously reportedAn attack was made on a cargo ship flying the Hong Kong flag in the Red Sea. It was noted that a ballistic missile was fired at the Maersk Gibraltar ship, and then Yemeni Houthi rebels threatened to continue firing rockets at the ship. Previously at Maersk refuted Reports of a drone attack on a container ship.
15 December recognizedIt was stated that the Houthis attacked two more container ships in the Red Sea.
Previously recognizedThe United States will assemble a coalition in the Red Sea to deter Houthi attacks on ships.