Houthi Rebels Hijack Ships in Red Sea, Israel Confirms

Yemen's Houthi rebels have hijacked an Israeli-linked cargo ship in the Red Sea, taking 25 crew members hostage. The rebels, backed by Iran, stated that they targeted the ship due to its connection to Israel and warned of further attacks on ships linked to or owned by Israelis. Israeli officials condemned the seizure as an "Iranian act of terror," while the Houthi rebels claimed to be treating the crew members "in accordance with their Islamic values." The incident raises concerns about escalating tensions in the region and the potential for a wider conflict.