Djibouti (Dawan Africa) – The Djiboutian News Agency (ADI) has reported that 22 crew members from the MV Magic Seas, a Liberia-flagged ship attacked in the Red Sea near the coast of Hudaydah, were rescued and safely brought to port in Djibouti on Monday.
The crew members, including 20 Filipino nationals, one Romanian, and one Vietnamese, were reportedly abandoned by the vessel’s crew following the attack. The attack took place in the strategically vital waters of the Red Sea. The seafarers were rescued from the sea by the container ship Safeen Prism, which later docked at the Doraleh Container Terminal operated by SGTD (Société de Gestion du Terminal à Conteneurs de Doraleh).
The Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority (DPFZA), the port captaincy, and SGTD management coordinated the rescue operation. Upon arrival, port sources confirmed that the crew members were “safe and in good health,” and they received immediate medical attention.
This rescue operation highlights Djibouti’s continued strategic role in maritime security and emergency response. Located near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Djibouti is a key player in maintaining security in the Red Sea and the wider Horn of Africa region.
The attack comes amid rising concerns over the safety of maritime trade in the region, with multiple commercial vessels being targeted in recent months. Djibouti, a signatory to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), has reaffirmed its commitment to maritime safety by assisting those in distress.
As of Monday night, the status of the MV Magic Seas remained unclear, with initial reports indicating the vessel was left adrift after the crew evacuated. Maritime authorities are now utilizing monitoring systems to assess the damage and mitigate any potential environmental or navigational risks.
In response to the growing number of maritime incidents, the Government of Djibouti has pledged to enhance its maritime rescue capabilities and improve coordination efforts to safeguard the region’s commercial shipping lanes.
