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Armed Men Approach Ship Near Yemen
12 Apr
Summary
- A sailing vessel was approached by armed men.
- The incident occurred 54 nautical miles southwest of Yemen's Hodeidah.
- A flare successfully deterred the approaching skiff.
A maritime incident occurred 54 nautical miles southwest of Yemen's Hodeidah, involving a sailing vessel and a skiff with armed individuals aboard. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported this encounter on Sunday, April 12. The situation was resolved when the master of the sailing vessel deployed a flare.
This action effectively deterred the skiff and its armed passengers, causing them to turn away. The incident highlights ongoing maritime security concerns in the region.
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