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Delta Tankers' Sounion Attacked by Houthis in Red Sea, 150,000 Tonnes of Oil at Risk

Aug 22, 2024, 09:22 AM

A Greek-flagged oil tanker, the MT Sounion, operated by Delta Tankers, was attacked by Houthi forces in the Red Sea, leading to a fire and loss of engine power. The vessel, carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil, was targeted with missiles and drones, causing it to drift and pose a navigational and environmental hazard. The crew, consisting of two Russians and 23 Filipinos, was safely evacuated by the EU's naval mission Aspides and the French Navy. The incident marks a significant escalation in Houthi attacks on shipping in the region, with the tanker now abandoned and at risk of sinking.