"Oil Tanker Engulfed in Flames Following Houthi Missile Strike, Company Reports"

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"Oil Tanker Engulfed in Flames Following Houthi Missile Strike, Company Reports"
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An oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden is on fire after being hit by a Houthi missile, with no reported injuries. The UKMTO has been informed and military ships are en route to assist. The Iran-backed Houthis have launched numerous attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, prompting US and UK airstrikes and sanctions. The group claims the attacks are in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, and has warned of increased attacks in response to the airstrikes.

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