"Escalating Tensions: Suspected Houthi Missile Strike Raises Stakes in Yemen Conflict"

In response to Israel's assault on Gaza, Yemen's Houthis have launched attacks on ships in the Red Sea, aiming to disrupt trade with Israel, garnering support from Yemenis who feel a deep solidarity with Palestinians. The US and UK have retaliated with air strikes, but interviews with Yemenis reveal that their support for the Houthis' actions remains strong, driven by a shared Islamic history and emotional resonance with the Palestinian cause. The US-led campaign against the Houthis faces challenges, as the group gains legitimacy and support, while Yemen and Palestine both endure embargoes and humanitarian crises exacerbated by external powers.