Cargo Ship Approached by Unidentified Skiff Off Yemen, UKMTO Reports

A cargo vessel was approached by an unidentified skiff approximately 98 nautical miles southwest of Al Mukalla, Yemen, according to a report received by United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

The vessel’s company security officer reported the approach. The initial notice provided no further details about the skiff or what happened afterward.

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