Yemen is an Arab country on the southern end of the Arabian Peninsula bordering both the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Due to this, it holds a vital strategic location on the eastern side of the Bab al-Mandab Strait at the entrance to the Red Sea.
The country has been embroiled in a civil war for several years, with the internationally-recognized government fighting against the Houthi movement in the South.
Hamas releases propaganda video • Rockets fired at Israel following Rafah op • Son of Hamas leader warns ceasefire is a 'trap'
Protests calling for hostage deal in Tel Aviv • Hamas will weigh options amid Rafah operation • Hezbollah claims to target Golan Heights
The Iran-back terror organization offers those who have been suspended from their studies to study in Yemen.
Majority of Israelis want Netanyahu to resign • Son of Hamas leader defends Israel's need to invade Rafah • Protesters block aid from entering Gaza
Mohamed al-Naqib, a spokesman for the Southern Armed Forces, said the explosion targeted a military vehicle in the Modiyah district of southern Abyan province.
Gaza humanitarian pier revealed • Hamas further pressured to accept ceasefire deal • Houthis had also attacked four ships in the Indian Ocean and Red Sea
In March, the group's leader said the group was expanding its attack area to prevent Israel-linked ships from passing through the Indian Ocean toward the Cape of Good Hope.
Iran expands influence in Africa via trade and arms sales, leveraging global chaos. Reports detail its strategies, including partnerships in Sudan and Niger.
IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in Lebanon • Anti-Israel protests continue on US college campuses • Hamas gives positive sign for hostage deal
The tanker, which was not identified by name, was en route from Pimorsk, Russia, to Vadinar, India, when it was attacked, Ambrey said in its advisory note.
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