In a recent escalation of maritime tensions, Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced on Monday that they conducted three operations targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea. The group’s military spokesperson, Yahya Sarea, detailed the attacks in a televised address, asserting that the Houthis used ballistic missiles and drones in these operations.
Among the targeted vessels was the Motaro, which was reportedly struck in the Red Sea, specifically near the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait, a crucial maritime chokepoint for global shipping. In the Arabian Sea, the Houthis claimed they targeted the Maersk Kowloon with a missile and the SC Montreal using two drones.
These operations underscore the ongoing conflict in Yemen, where the Houthis have been engaged in a protracted war against a Saudi-led coalition since 2015. The group’s military actions in maritime zones have raised international concerns regarding shipping safety and security in these vital waterways.
The Houthi statement comes amid a backdrop of heightened tensions in the region, with the group increasingly asserting its military capabilities. As the conflict continues to evolve, the impact on regional shipping routes and international trade remains to be seen, with stakeholders closely monitoring developments.
The Saudi-led coalition has yet to publicly respond to these claims, but the situation is likely to further complicate an already volatile geopolitical landscape in the region, with implications for maritime security and broader conflict dynamics in Yemen and beyond.
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