UK maritime authority reports fresh ship attack in Red Sea

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported an incident 45 nautical miles south of Al Mukha, Yemen.

The attack involved "an RPG exploding in close proximity to the vessel," according to the UKMTO.

Despite the close encounter, the vessel and crew are safe and continuing their voyage.

Authorities are investigating the incident, according to UKMTO.

In an advisory, the UKMTO advised vessels “to transit with caution.”

Iran-aligned Houthi militants, who control the most populous parts of Yemen, have launched attacks on commercial vessels since November 19, after Iran's Supreme Leader urged Muslim nations to blockade Israel.