Houthi Rebels Claim Second US Drone Downed in Yemen

The Iran-backed group intensifies attacks on shipping and demands an end to Israel's actions in Gaza.

Houthi rebels in Yemen claim to have downed a second US MQ-9 Reaper drone in a week.
The group has increased attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, with over 50 incidents reported.
The Houthis demand Israel end its military actions in Gaza, linking their campaign to the conflict.
The US military has not confirmed the drone downing but acknowledges previous drone losses in Yemen.
Shipping through the Red Sea has decreased due to the heightened threat from Houthi attacks.