Houthi Rebels Target Ship in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels have resumed attacks on maritime vessels in the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with a recent incident involving a rocket-propelled grenade exploding near a ship, although the crew remained unharmed. This resurgence in aggression follows a two-week hiatus and is part of a broader campaign linked to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, which has intensified regional tensions. The US Central Command has responded by deploying F-22 Raptor fighter jets to the area amid concerns of threats from Iran and its proxies. Vice President Kamala Harris, while engaging with pro-Palestinian activists, clarified she does not support an arms embargo on Israel, despite discussions surrounding US policy. The Houthis have targeted over 70 vessels since November, disrupting crucial shipping routes and raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Their actions, justified as targeting those linked to Israel and the US, often affect vessels unrelated to the ongoing war.