Houthi Rebels Attack US-Owned Ship Near Yemen, Raising Tensions

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Houthi militants in Yemen targeted a U.S.-owned commercial ship with a missile in the Red Sea, following recent U.S. and U.K. air strikes on Houthi targets. The U.S. military reported no injuries or significant damage from the attack. The surge in Houthi attacks on commercial vessels has raised concerns about the conflict escalating and has led to diversions of shipping routes. The Houthis claim they are targeting ships with ties to Israel in response to Israel's military campaign against Hamas, with support from Iran.
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