Search for Missing Eternity C Crew Ends After Houthi Attacks
Private security firms halted search efforts to support rescued sailors after satellite images revealed oil slicks threatening the Red Sea ecosystem.
Overview
- Diaplous and Ambrey ceased search operations for the Eternity C’s 15 missing crew at the vessel owner’s request.
- Ten survivors are ashore receiving medical support while four are presumed dead and 11 remain unaccounted for.
- The Houthis claim to have abducted some sailors but have offered no evidence as the U.S. Embassy in Yemen suspects crew kidnapping.
- Satellite images from Planet Labs display oil slicks extending up to 80 kilometers from the wreck sites, threatening marine life.
- The Liberia-flagged, Greek-operated Eternity C sank on July 8 after two days of Houthi missile, drone and small-arms assaults.