Houthis Attack Ships in Red Sea, Cordelia Moon Takes on Water

Red Sea, October 1st, 2024 - In a concerning development for maritime security, Houthi forces have attacked two commercial vessels in the Red Sea today.

The first targeted ship, the Panamanian-flagged crude oil tanker Cordelia Moon (IMO: 9297888), had just delivered a million barrels of Russian crude to India and was currently empty. This empty state, according to TankerTrackers.com, makes the vessel more susceptible to explosions, citing the infamous PABLO incident as an example. Additionally, the empty hull sits higher in the water, presenting a larger target.

Reports indicate the Houthis launched four anti-ship ballistic missiles (ASBMs) at the Cordelia Moon, all of which missed. However, the vessel was subsequently struck by an unmanned surface vessel (USV), resulting in water ingress.

The second vessel targeted was the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Minoan Courage. Details surrounding the attack on this ship are scarce, but reports suggest it was hit by a single ASBM. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported on either vessel.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has issued a warning (Incident 124 - Attack Update 003) regarding the incident, urging all vessels in the area to exercise extreme caution.

This attack marks a significant escalation in Houthi activity in the Red Sea and raises concerns for the safety of commercial shipping in the vital trade route.

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