Yemen Navy Galaxy Leader Captured
Event Report
Civilian / Merchant Marine
| Date | Nov. 19, 2023 |
| Country | 🇾🇪 Yemen |
| Force | Civilian / Merchant Marine |
| Location |
Red Sea, off Hodeidah, Yemen
14.79, 42.97 |
| Ship Class | Vehicle Carrier (Bahamas-flagged, Israeli-linked) |
| Ship Name | Galaxy Leader |
| Event type | Captured -1 |
| Source | en.wikipedia.org |
Description
Houthi commandos rappelled from a helicopter and hijacked the car carrier Galaxy Leader; 25 crew taken hostage. The ship has since been held off Hodeidah.
Related
Red Sea, off Hodeidah, Yemen
