On 01 NOV 2018 at approximately 06:00 UTC a Merchant Vessel in position 1306.40N 04308.30E (Bab al Mandab) was approached by 3 small boats with 4/5 POB. The closest point of approach on the Merchant Vessel was 1 cable. The crew and vessel are safe. VESSELS TRANSITING THE AREA ARE ADVISED TO EXERCISE CAUTION
Source : UKMTO
