Suicide Boats Attack Saudi Frigate; Missile Fired At Zuqar Base

January 31 2017

Yemen

A Saudi frigate has come under attack off the coast of Yemen by Houthi suicide boats, reports Al Arabiya (Dubai).

The attack on Monday was confirmed by the Saudi-state news agency SPA. Two crewmembers were killed and three injured, said SPA.

The Saudi-led coalition said the frigate encountered three suicide boats while on patrol west of Yemen's Hodeida port. One of the Houthi boats hit the rear of the warship, causing an explosion and a fire.

The Saudi vessel, apparently...

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