The Haunting Voyage: A Ghost Ship's Fate at the Gate of Tears

The Rubymar, a cargo ship hit by a ballistic missile in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, drifted and sank after its crew was rescued, potentially damaging three crucial internet cables. The damage disrupted connectivity for millions of people from East Africa to Southeast Asia. While it's believed the ship's anchor may have caused the damage, an upcoming repair mission will determine the exact cause. The incident highlights the vulnerability of subsea infrastructure and the risks posed by ongoing missile attacks in the region.