The UK Maritime Agency has reported a 'possible explosion' in the Red Sea

Potential bomb' in Red Sea reported by UK marine agency
The Bab al-Mandab strait in the Red Sea has been the subject of reports of drone activity and a possible explosion, according to a statement released on Sunday by the British maritime agency. According to a statement from UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), Yemen was the source of the drone activity. "Vessels in the vicinity are advised to follow industry guidance on loitering munitions and advised to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO," the notification continued. Similar instances have happened frequently in the region, especially after Israeli airstrikes on Gaza started on October 7.