Houthis Claim Downing of Another US MQ-9 Drone Over Yemen

The latest incident intensifies tensions, with Houthis citing support for Palestinians and the US conducting retaliatory strikes.

Houthi forces announced they shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over Marib, Yemen.
The Houthis have downed eight such drones since the start of the Israel-Gaza conflict.
The US has not confirmed the drone downing but has conducted airstrikes in Houthi-controlled areas.
Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea have increased, targeting vessels linked to Israel.
The Houthis' actions are framed as support for Palestinians in the ongoing Gaza conflict.