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The maritime community is on high alert following a significant oil spill caused by the 'Chios Lion' tanker, which was attacked by Houthi militants 97 nautical miles northwest of Hodeidah on July 15. Initial estimates indicate that the spill extends approximately 220 kilometers, with its most affected area appearing roughly 106 nautical miles from Hodeidah. This incident unfolded in the Red Sea, close to a marine protected zone off Yemen's and Saudi Arabia's coasts. The oil release began on July 16, just after the attack on the vessel, escalating concerns over environmental degradation in this sensitive region. For more details, follow updates at: https://x.com/ceobs_org/status/1813531845524677002.

On July 15, 2024, maritime tensions escalated as Houthi forces reportedly targeted three vessels, notably the 'Bentley I', which was transporting vegetable oil from Russia to Shanghai, along with the 'Chios Lion' and 'Olvia'. These attacks involved the deployment of booby-trapped boats, ballistic missiles, and drones. The 'Bentley I' and 'Chios Lion' found themselves in the crosshairs while navigating the Red Sea, while the 'Olvia' was in the Mediterranean region. U.S. Central Command has verified the assaults on both the 'Bentley I' and 'Chios Lion'. The 'Bentley I' faced an orchestration of attacks by three surface vessels, comprising two small boats and one unmanned surface vessel (USV). Following this, the vessel was targeted again by an anti-ship ballistic missile. In the case of the 'Chios Lion', it suffered impacts from an unmanned surface vessel that struck the port side, resulting in significant damage. Fortunately, crew members aboard all involved ships reported no injuries during this alarming incident, which took place approximately 97 nautical miles northwest of Hodeidah. Currently, the damage to the 'Chios Lion' is under evaluation, with concerns regarding a potential oil spill being addressed. Following the aggressive engagement, the 'Bentley I', which had initially been traveling south, altered its course and retreated northward, moving away from the area of threat. For further insights, including visual documentation, visit: https://maritime-executive.com/article/video-tanker-reverses-course-after-being-damaged-in-houthi-attack.

The tanker formerly known as the 'Brightoil Lion' has officially been sold following its arrest in Singapore on December 27, 2018. This transaction took place on June 20, 2019. Since then, the vessel, which has now been renamed 'Chios Lion', has been anchored at the Singapore East Anchorage as of June 25, remaining in a stationary position. This sale marks a significant development in the ongoing story of the tanker and its legal situation in Singapore.