A civilian mariner remains missing in the Red Sea, two days after the crew of a cargo carrier struck by Houthi militants abandoned ship, according to US Central Command. The incident occurred when the Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned and operated ship, the M/V Tutor, was targeted in a surface-sea drone attack on Wednesday. This attack caused severe flooding and damage to the engine room, leading the crew to abandon ship. Fortunately, the crew was rescued by US and partner forces, including the USS Philippine Sea.
Despite the rescue operation, the cargo ship, M/V Tutor, is still in the Red Sea and is currently taking on water. The vessel is drifting from its last reported position, as confirmed by the UK Maritime Trade Operations.
