Yemen's Houthis Say They Targeted British Merchant Vessel In Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for attacking a British merchant ship in the Red Sea, aiming to disrupt maritime traffic in response to Israeli actions in Gaza.

The UK's Maritime Trade Operations reported an explosion near the ship off Yemen's coast but confirmed the vessel and crew were unharmed.

It remains uncertain if this was the same ship the Houthis targeted. Despite the attack, the Houthis warn they will continue until Israel's military operations in Gaza and the blockade are halted.

The US and UK have responded to Houthi aggression by striking their positions in Yemen and re-designating the group as terrorists.

This incident is part of a wider regional escalation linked to the Gaza conflict, with hostilities spreading to neighboring countries involving various Iran-backed groups.