International Coordination and Cooperation in Responding to Attacks on Cargo Ships in the Gulf of Aden

In the Gulf of Aden, a cargo ship named Verbena was attacked by the Yemeni group Ansar Allah. The ship, owned by Ukraine and en route from Malaysia to Italy with wooden building materials, sustained damage and a fire broke out on board as a result of the attack. One sailor on board was seriously injured and had to be evacuated by helicopter from the American cruiser USS Philippine Sea.

The cargo ship Verbena is registered in Palau and operated by a company based in Poland. Despite flying the flag of Palau, the ship was targeted by the Yemeni group while passing through the Gulf of Aden. The attack not only caused damage to the vessel but also resulted in a sailor being seriously injured. The swift response from the USS Philippine Sea in evacuating the injured sailor highlights the coordination and cooperation between international forces in responding to such incidents on the high seas.

The incident serves as a reminder of the risks that cargo ships face while navigating through volatile regions such as the Gulf of Aden. The attack on the Verbena underscores the importance of maintaining vigilance and adherence to maritime security protocols to ensure the safety of crew members and the security of