Ship ‘Rubymar’ Sunk by Houthis Poses A Major Threat to the Red Sea Ecosystem

A Belize-registered UK-owned vessel that was attacked by Houthis in the past month recently sank into the Red Sea, the US military confirmed on Saturday, as it raised alarm from the Yemeni government that the vessel’s cargo containing hazardous fertilizers posed a big risk to marine life. 

Video Credits: Reuters 

The Rubymar happens to be the first vessel to be lost since the Houthis targeted commercial vessels in November. The drones as well as missile assaults have compelled shipping majors to...

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