Title: US Warship Rescues Tanker from Armed Attack in Gulf of Aden Amid Rising Tensions

 



In a recent maritime incident in the Gulf of Aden, the USS Mason (DDG 87), a US warship, successfully rescued the Central Park tanker from an attack by armed individuals. The incident highlights the increased risks to shipping in the region.

 


The USS Mason responded to a distress call from the Central Park tanker and demanded the release of the vessel. In response, five armed individuals disembarked from the ship and attempted to flee in a small boat. The USS Mason pursued and eventually compelled the attackers to surrender. The crew of the M/V Central Park is reported to be safe.

 

The identity of the attackers remains undisclosed, with officials only stating that the vessel was "under attack by an unknown entity." The US Central Command, in a statement, revealed that the USS Mason, supported by allied ships, intervened to secure the release of the commercial ship.

 

Notably, two ballistic missiles were fired from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen towards the general direction of the USS Mason and Central Park. Fortunately, the missiles landed about 10 nautical miles away, causing no damage or injuries.

 


General Michael Erik Kurilla, USCENTCOM commander, emphasized the importance of maritime domain security for regional stability. He stated, "We will continue to work with allies and partners to ensure the safety and security of international shipping lanes."

 

The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported the incident, noting that a vessel was boarded by unauthorized persons 53 nautical miles southwest of Aden, Yemen. Vessels in the region were advised to exercise extreme caution and report any suspicious activity.

 

This incident follows a series of attacks in Middle Eastern waters amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Recently, the "Galaxy Leader," a pure car and truck carrier, was seized by Houthis near Yemen in the southern Red Sea, raising concerns about regional tensions extending to maritime security.

 

The group owner of the targeted vessel, Ray Car Carriers, was listed as a subsidiary of Abraham Rami Ungar, a company domiciled in Israel, as revealed by maritime security company Ambrey.

 

Geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea have escalated since the onset of the Israel-Gaza conflict. Ambrey advises company security officers to assess whether their vessels were owned or managed by Israel-affiliated companies in the past year, underlining the broader implications of regional conflicts on maritime operations.


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