Saudi tanker, Oil ship attacked in Red Sea

On Monday, two oil tankers, the Saudi-flagged Amjad and the Panama-flagged Blue Lagoon I, were attacked in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen. The Houthis, a rebel group in Yemen, claimed responsibility for the attack on the Blue Lagoon I, using multiple missiles and drones. However, they did not mention the Saudi tanker, Amjad, in their statement.

Despite the attacks, both ships were able to continue their journeys without significant damage or any casualties. The Amjad, owned by Saudi shipping group Bahri, can carry up to 2 million barrels of oil. The Blue Lagoon I, managed by Greek company Sea Trade Marine SA, has a maximum capacity of 1 million barrels.

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Houthis' ongoing threat

The Houthis have been launching drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea since November, claiming these attacks are in support of Palestinians in the Gaza conflict. The Joint Maritime Information Center, which monitors these attacks, reported that three ballistic missiles hit the Blue Lagoon I on Monday, about 70 nautical miles northwest of Yemen's Saleef port. 

The Center believes the Blue Lagoon I was targeted because other vessels from its company had recently visited Israeli ports. Fortunately, all crew members on board were safe, and the ship sustained only minimal damage. Despite the attacks, neither tanker required assistance, and their journeys continued without major disruptions.