Irregular activity, Red Sea
Issued: 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
25 Nov 2023 - 10:09 CW Alert 024- (Nov 23) Indian Ocean Maritime incident TBC UKMTO
It has been reported by the UKMTO that they were made aware of an entity declaring itself to be the Yemeni authorities ordering a vessel to alter course (position approximate). Coalition forces have advised vessels in the area not to take any action on these requests, as there are reported to be no Yemeni Naval vessels within the vicinity. Vessels in the vicinity are advised to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO.
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