Houthi Captives Emerge: Propaganda Video Shows Survivors of Sunken Greek Bulker
A Houthi propaganda video has surfaced, purportedly showing ten surviving crew members from the Greek-owned bulk carrier “Eternity C”, which sank in the Red Sea after a missile attack. The footage, released by the Iran-aligned group, claims to depict the rescued sailors, though their exact condition and the circumstances of their alleged rescue remain unverified.
Key Takeaways
- Houthi rebels released a video claiming to show ten survivors from the sunken “Eternity C”.
- The “Eternity C” sank after a missile strike attributed to the Houthis.
- The authenticity and circumstances of the alleged rescue are unconfirmed.
The “Eternity C” Incident
The “Eternity C,” a 2010-built, 82,000-dwt bulk carrier, was struck by a Houthi missile on July 7th while transiting the Red Sea. The attack caused significant damage, flooding, and the vessel’s eventual sinking. The ship reportedly carried coal en route from Russia to India.
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Crew Status and International Concern
The fate of the “Eternity C’s” crew had been a primary concern following the attack. The vessel had a crew of 22, comprising sailors from India and the Philippines. The Houthi video, if authentic, suggests a potential rescue operation, but details are scarce. International maritime authorities and shipping organizations seek independent verification of the video’s content and the crew’s well-being. The ongoing attacks by the Houthis on commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden continue to disrupt global trade routes and raise serious safety concerns for seafarers.
