Rising Red Sea Tensions: Houthis Warn Ships to Avoid Israel or Face Attacks
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Yemen's Houthi rebels have warned cargo ships in the Red Sea to avoid traveling towards Israel and the occupied territories, following their claim of an attack on a commercial tanker. The Houthis, in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, are targeting ships they believe are linked to Israel. They have warned international shipping companies against dealing with Israeli ports. The US is working to organize a maritime protection force to prevent disruptions to global shipping in the region. Some shipping companies have already rerouted their ships away from the Red Sea, adding to journey times and costs.
- Yemen’s Houthis warn ships travelling in the Red Sea to avoid Israel or face being attacked The Guardian
- Iran-backed Houthis Fire Cruise Missile At 'Israeli' Ship; Warn UK To Stay Away From Yemen's Coast Hindustan Times
- Bab al-Mandab shipping lane a target as Israel fights Hamas Reuters.com
- Troubled waters: How Europeans should respond to rising Red Sea tensions European Council on Foreign Relations
- The attack appears to be the first successful one on a ship since the start of the war. The New York Times
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