Red Sea Shipments Halted as BP Blames Houthis for Vessel Attack

A Norwegian-owned vessel, the M/V Swan Atlantic, was attacked in the Red Sea, with U.S. officials blaming the Iran-aligned Houthi movement in Yemen for the strike. This attack is the latest in a series of incidents targeting ships in the region since the start of the Gaza war. The vessel was hit by multiple projectiles launched from Houthi-controlled territory, but no crew members were injured. The Houthis have been attacking vessels in protest of Israel's offensive in Gaza and have warned against sailing towards Israel. The United States is seeking an expanded coalition to protect ships in the Red Sea and send a signal to the Houthis.