Houthi Attacks in Red Sea Raise Alarm in Biden Administration
TL;DR
A cargo ship struck by a Houthi missile in the Red Sea has caused an 18-mile oil slick and is taking on water, posing an environmental hazard. The US has struggled to stop ongoing Houthi attacks on ships, with the group fortifying its weapons stockpile despite US strikes. The attacks have increased in recent days, targeting ships connected to countries other than Israel, including vessels delivering humanitarian aid to Yemen.
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- Sinking ship hit by Houthi missile leaves 18-mile oil slick in Red Sea, US officials say CNN
- Concern grows within Biden administration as Houthis continue attacks despite US strikes CNN
- Houthi attack on freighter Rubymar caused significant damage to ship, US says The Times of Israel
- US conducts four 'self-defense strikes' against Houthi weapons preparing to launch: CENTCOM Fox News
- Iran-Backed Houthis Boost Military Power to Battle US in Red Sea Bloomberg
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