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On 21st Oct. 2022, at 1115 UTC in psn 14 39.44N-049 30.16E an incident reported on approach to the Ash
Shihr port in Yemen. While an MT had called for loading at the port, there were two drone-driven explosions in
close proximity. Neither explosion impacted the vessel. All crew is safe and unharmed. there was no damage
to the vessel and no pollution. Accordingly, Master sailed the vessel from the loading port to international
waters.

All necessary precautionary measures were duly taken beforehand and during the incident. The relevant
authorities have been kept closely informed, as required.

The drone attack was probably targeted the Ash Shihr Oil Terminal (Lat/Long 014°41’073 N – 049°31’922 E).

On 02 Oct 2022, the deadline for extending the UN-Brokered truce agreement between the Houthi rebels and
the Saudi-led coalition (SLC) in Yemen was missed. Both prior and since the truce agreement collapse, Houthi
rebels have threatened a return to attacks within the maritime domain, including in the Gulf of Aden and Bab
al Mandeb Strait. This has included threats to disrupt vessels heading to SLC countries, as well as demands
that all companies cease the export of oil – or face being targeted by Houthi military forces. The Aden based
Ministry of Trasportation has urged foreign companies to continue oil, gas and mineral export operations in
government controlled areas and to not comply with Houthi demands or threats.

Source: UKMTO

Yemen’s warring sides have failed to reach an agreement to extend a nationwide ceasefire, the United Nations has said.

In a statement, the UN’s envoy to Yemen called on all sides to refrain from acts of provocation as the talks continue, after an October 2 deadline for extending the agreement expired.

The UN-backed truce initially took effect in April and raised hopes for a longer pause in fighting.

The devastating conflict began in 2014 when the Iranian-backed Houthis seized the capital of Sanaa and much of northern Yemen and forced the government into exile. A Saudi-led coalition, including the United Arab Emirates, intervened in 2015 to try to restore the internationally-recognized government to power.

In a statement, UN Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg said he “regrets that an agreement has not been reached today”. He did not call out the Houthis by name for failing to agree to his proposal but thanked the internationally-recognized government for “engaging positively” in talks to extend the truce. He called on leaders to continue to try and reach an agreement.

“I urge them to fulfill their obligation to the Yemeni people to pursue every avenue for peace,” he said.

The foreign minister for Yemen’s internationally-recognized government placed the blame for the truce ending on the Houthis. In comments made with the pan-Arab Satellite channel Al-Hadath, Ahmed Awad Bin Mubarak said that Houthis had obstructed the ceasefire and gone against the interest of the Yemeni people.

“The government made many concessions to extend the truce,” he said.

There was no immediate comment from the Houthis, but on Saturday they said that discussions around the truce had reached a “dead-end,” and that they were continuing to advocate for a full opening of the Sanaa airport and lifting of the blockade on the key port city of Hodeida.

The group hosted a large military parade last month, showcasing rockets and large weaponry, drawing condemnation from observers.

Source: Al Jazeera

Naval Ships will carry out surface, anti-aircraft and depth charge live firing practice between 0400 and
1700 UTC from 03-07, 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, 31 Oct. 22. in following areas. Ships and crafts are to keep well
clear of assigned danger area on above specified schedule. All vessels in the vicinity are advised to remain
vigilant and requested to report any incidents to UKMTO. All vessels are requested to inform UKMTO if any
interference is noted on Radios/Radars/GPS.

POSITION:
24°19’00 N – 066°58’50 E
24°00’00 N – 066°39’00 E
24°11’00 N – 066°27’00 E
24°24’30 N – 066°42’00 E

24°36’02 N – 063°15’03 E
24°36’02 N – 062°30’03 E
24°21’02 N – 062°30’03 E
24°21’02 N – 063°15’03 E

24°36’02 N – 062°30’03 E
24°36’02 N – 061°45’03 E
24°21’02 N – 061°45’03 E
24°21’02 N – 062°30’03 E

Aircraft firing scheduled on 24 Sep 2022 from 0430 and 1630 UTC in danger area bounded by following
coordinates. Ships and craft are to keep well clear of assigned danger area on above specified schedule.
Vessels transiting the area are advised to exercise caution UKMTO WATCHKEEPER +44 (0) 2392 222060.

POSITION:
21°36’00 N – 066°49’50 E
21°55’83 N – 067°14’50 E
21°40’00 N – 067°41’50 E
21°20’30 N – 067°17’33 E

On the 19th September, a theft occurred on a MV whilst at Takoradi anchorage, at 0050 UTC. Four
unknown persons were found on board and the alarm was raised quickly. A patrol boat was dispatched to
secure the anchorage. Vessel and crew are reported safe.

POSITION:
4°54’20 N – 01°41’7 W

Naval ships will carry out Surface, Anti-Aircraft and Depth Charge Live Firing Practice, between 0400 and
1700 UTC from 01-02, 05-09, 12-16, 19-23, and 26-30 Sept. 2022, in the following areas. Craft are to keep
well clear of assigned danger areas on above specified schedule.

POSITION:
24°19’00 N – 066°58’00 E
24°00’00 N – 066°39’00 E
24°11’00 N – 066°27’00 E
24°24’30 N – 066°42’00 E

24°36’02 N – 063°15’03 E
24°36’02 N – 062°30’03 E
24°21’02 N – 063°15’03 E
24°21’02 N – 062°30’03 E

24°36’02 N – 062°30’03 E
24°36’02 N – 061°45’03 E
24°21’02 N – 062°30’03 E
24°21’02 N – 061°45’03 E

24°16’18 N – 066°20’50 E
24°22’00 N – 066°27’00 E
24°16’30 N – 066°33’00 E
24°10’30 N – 066°27’00 E

MDAT – GOG has been made aware that on the 24th of August, at 0320 UTC, a theft occurred on a MV
(Name Withheld) whilst in Angola territorial water, 2 robbers came on board and stole various numbers of
reefer cargo chickens in box. The incident was reported to port authorities.

POSITION:
6°07’30 S – 012°12’36 E

Live Firing Practice will be conducted from 0400 to 1500 UTC on 25 and 26 July 2022 in area bounded by
the following coordinates. Ships and Craft are to keep well clear of assigned danger areas on above
specified schedule.

POSITION:
28°55’00 N – 048°37’60 E
28°49’10 N – 048°46’70 E
28°41’30 N – 048°39’70 E
28°46’75 N – 048°30’30 E

MDAT – GOG has been made aware that there is an increased threat of piracy activity in the following area:

POSITION:
3°35’04 N – 006°12’57 E

Naval ships will carry out Surface, Anti-Aircraft and Depth Charge LIVE FIRING PRACTICE between 0400
and 1700 UTC from 01, 04-08, 11-15, 18-22 and 25-29 July 2022 in the following areas. Ships and Crafts
are to keep well clear of assigned danger areas on above specified schedule. All the vessels in the vicinity
are to stay vigilant and to report any incidents to UKMTO.

POSITION:
A. 24°19’00 N – 066°58’00 E / 24°00’00 N – 066°39’00 E / 24°11’00 N – 066°27’00 E / 24°24’30 N – 066°42’00 E
B. 24°36’02 N – 063°15’03 E / 24°36’02 N – 062°30’03 E / 24°21’02 N – 063°15’03 E / 24°21’02 N – 062°30’03 E
C. 24°36’02 N – 062°30’03 E / 24°36’02 N – 061°45’03 E / 24°21’02 N – 062°30’03 E / 24°21’02 N – 061°45’03 E
D. Depth Charge Firing Area
24°16’18 N – 066°20’50 E / 24°22’00 N – 066°27’00 E / 24°16’30 N – 066°33’00 E / 24°10’30 N – 066°27’00 E