Yemen's Houthis Say It Carried Out Operation Against Maersk Cargo Ship On Its Way To Israel; Say It Targeted Maersk Ship By Drone And Hit It Directly
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Yemen's Houthi rebels claim to have targeted a Maersk cargo ship bound for Israel with a drone strike, according to a statement cited by Reuters.
December 14, 2023 | 8:05 pm
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Maersk's cargo ship was reportedly targeted by a drone strike by Yemen's Houthi rebels. The ship was on its way to Israel when it was hit directly, according to the Houthis.
The reported drone strike on a Maersk cargo ship could raise concerns about the safety of Maersk's shipping routes in conflict zones, potentially affecting investor sentiment and the company's stock price. The impact on the stock will depend on the extent of the damage and the company's response.
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