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Yemen's Houthi Rebels Attack Bulk Carrier in Red Sea

7/9/2025

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On July 6, 2025, chaos erupted in the Red Sea as Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a daring assault on the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Magic Seas, deploying drones and missiles. As the ship began to sink, the crew made a desperate escape. This alarming attack underscores the escalating threat to global trade routes and the looming specter of renewed military conflict.

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Story summary

On July 6, 2025, chaos erupted in the Red Sea as Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a daring assault on the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Magic Seas, deploying drones and missiles. As the ship began to sink, the crew made a desperate escape. This alarming attack underscores the escalating threat to global trade routes and the looming specter of renewed military conflict.