Houthi Attacks on Ships in Red Sea Raise Concerns
Two Liberian-flagged ships were attacked by Houthi-controlled Yemen in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, with one vessel hit by a projectile believed to be a drone and another struck by ballistic missiles. The attacks highlight the threat to shipping lanes in the region. A U.S. Navy destroyer is en route to aid one of the vessels. The Houthi movement has been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and launching attacks on Israel in support of the Palestinians. Two other shipping incidents were reported in the area, including a container ship being ordered to alter course by individuals believed to be Houthi members. The Houthis have vowed to continue their attacks until Israel stops its offensive in Gaza. The U.S. is seeking a broad maritime coalition to protect ships in the Red Sea, but Iran's Defense Minister warned of "extraordinary problems" if such a force is deployed.
- Attacks from Houthi-conrolled Yemen hit two ships-U.S. official Reuters
- Missile fired from Yemen strikes cargo ship in Red Sea hours after earlier attack The Times of Israel
- U.S. warns Yemen's Houthi rebels to stop attacks in Red Sea Axios
- Liberian-flagged cargo ship hit by projectile from rebel-controlled Yemen, set ablaze, official says The Associated Press
- Maersk denies Houthi claim container ship hit by Yemeni militia Reuters
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