Yemen’s Houthi rebels shot two missiles at ships in the southern Red Sea on Tuesday night, according to the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Wednesday. No damage was reported, but it’s part of numerous attacks on ships by the Houthis since October 7. They claim these attacks are in support of Hamas amid their conflict with Israel.
The CENTCOM mentioned that commercial ships in the area felt the impact of the missiles in the water, but none reported damage. They emphasized that these attacks put innocent lives at risk and disrupt international commerce.
The recent attacks followed the condemnation by the Iran-backed Houthis of the killing of senior Hamas leader Saleh Al-Arouri in a strike in Lebanon. They called it a “cowardly crime” and expressed support for revenge against Israel. Though Israel didn’t claim responsibility for the attack, there are concerns about a potential escalation in the region.
Adding some context, the Red Sea is a crucial global trade route, and ongoing Houthi attacks there could impact the world economy. The U.S. deployed warships and launched Operation Prosperity Guardian last month to enhance security in this vital shipping lane.In response to Houthi boats firing at U.S. helicopters in the Red Sea, the White House clarified on Sunday that it isn’t seeking a broader conflict in the Middle East. The incident resulted in three Houthi boats being sunk.
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