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Greek Oil Tanker Ablaze and Adrift After Red Sea Attacks

EU naval mission rescues crew as vessel poses navigational and environmental risks

  • The Sounion tanker was attacked by small boats and projectiles off Yemen's coast.
  • 25 crew members were safely evacuated by EU's Aspides mission.
  • The vessel, carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil, remains anchored between Yemen and Eritrea.
  • Houthi militants are suspected to be behind the attacks, though no claim has been made.
  • The incident has heightened concerns over maritime safety and global trade disruptions.
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