"US Denies Houthi Attack on Military Cargo Ship in Red Sea"

The US denies Yemen's Houthi rebels' claim of attacking the US military cargo ship Ocean Jazz in the Gulf of Aden, stating the report is false and that constant communication was maintained with the vessel. The Houthis had earlier threatened retaliation against US and UK attacks, and have targeted commercial vessels in the Red Sea, disrupting international maritime trade. The group claims its attacks are in support of Palestinians in Gaza, while Israel's bombing campaign and ground offensive in Gaza have resulted in a high number of casualties. The Houthi activity has led to the suspension of transit in the Bab al-Mandeb strait, impacting global maritime trade.