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international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"Biden Confronts Escalating Houthi Threat Despite Airstrikes"

Despite U.S. airstrikes against Houthi targets, the Iran-backed rebels have continued to attack ships, with the latest targeting a U.S.-owned vessel. President Biden admitted that the strikes have not deterred the militants, while the Houthis claim their attacks are aimed at ships linked to Israel. With no end in sight for the tit-for-tat exchanges, British lawmakers are exploring cost-effective ways to respond to the Houthi threat, including testing a high-powered laser weapon to counter drones.

via The Daily Beast|

#biden #houthi-rebels #international-relations

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"US Strikes Houthi Anti-Ship Missiles in Red Sea"

Houthi rebels claimed to have attacked a US ship in the Gulf of Aden, but the US military stated that their missiles missed the target and no damage was done to the vessel. The US and British forces have launched strikes in Yemen in response to continued Houthi aggression against vessels in the Red Sea. Several major shipping firms have halted their traffic through the area due to the attacks, and Russia has called for the US to stop its strikes to aid a diplomatic resolution. Denmark has announced its participation in the coalition behind the air strikes against the Houthis.

via NDTV|

#houthi-rebels #international-relations #maritime-security