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Merchant Vessel Reports Explosions 1-3 Nautical Miles From Location, 33NM From Assab, Eritrea

Three explosions were reported by a merchant vessel 1 to 3 nautical miles from the vessel which caused no damage to the reporting vessel.

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Jan 03, 2024
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ASSAB, ERITREA - An "attacked" incident was reported 33 nautical miles east of Assab, Eritrea, according to the United Kingdom Trade Operations (UKMTO). 

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Another incident was reported 1 to 5 nautical miles from a merchant vessel in the Bab El Mandeb 33 nautical miles east of Assab, Eritrea. 

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