Houthis Escalate Maritime Attacks in Red Sea and Mediterranean
Yemen's Houthi rebels claim missile and drone strikes on multiple vessels, citing solidarity with Palestinians.
- Four ships, including oil tankers and a Maersk vessel, were targeted by Houthi missiles and drones.
- The attacks have disrupted international shipping, prompting some vessels to reroute around Africa.
- The Houthis claim their assaults are a response to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
- The UN Security Council has called for an immediate halt to these maritime attacks.
- The Houthis have unveiled new missile technology, including a hypersonic missile.