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Maritime reports have confirmed the deaths of two crew members aboard the liquefied gas tanker MV Falcon, which sails under the flag of Cameroon, following a mysterious attack in international waters in the Gulf of Aden late last week — an incident highlighting the growing security threats to international navigation in the region.
According to Lloyd’s List, a maritime affairs platform, the tanker was carrying a crew of 26 when an explosion occurred on October 18, sparking a fire onboard.
Two crew members were initially reported missing after the incident. The EU Naval Force (Operation Aspides) later confirmed that both had been found dead, stating that the rescue and evacuation operation was carried out with support from EU forces deployed in the area.
The tanker was en route from the Port of Sohar in Oman to Djibouti when the attack occurred. The nature of the explosion and the party responsible remain unknown.
Sanaa forces (the Houthis) denied any involvement in the attack — a notable point, as they typically claim responsibility for any operations they carry out.
While no group has claimed responsibility so far, some media outlets have suggested the possible involvement of U.S. forces operating in the region.