Rescue operation underway for gas tanker that ran aground in the Gulf of Aden after explosion

Reuters reported today, Monday, citing maritime security sources that a large-scale rescue operation is currently underway in the Gulf of Aden after a gas tanker ran aground following an explosion that occurred on board on Saturday.

The sources clarified that maritime rescue teams are working to control the situation and prevent any potential gas leaks or new fires, while precise details about the extent of the damage or the fate of the crew have not yet been announced.

The incident has raised concerns about environmental and security implications in one of the world's most important maritime corridors, where a significant portion of global energy trade passes through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Gulf of Aden.

These developments come amid repeated warnings about the risks of targeting commercial vessels in the region, complicating the security landscape in vital maritime corridors.