UKMTO Reports Unauthorized Individuals Boarded Vessel in Gulf of Aden; Investigation Underway

An attempt at illegal boarding by unauthorized individuals was reported aboard a vessel sailing in the Gulf of Aden, approximately 65 nautical miles south of the city of Mukalla in Yemen, according to UK Maritime Operations. The incident occurred while the ship was sailing eastward, and investigations are still ongoing. Authorities have called on passing ships in the area to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity to enhance maritime safety and security.