Overview

• Yemen's Houthis have announced plans to target ships heading to Israeli ports within their range, emphasizing their support for Palestinians.
• U.S. intelligence indicates that Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden will persist, fueled by ongoing support from Iran and domestic political motives.
• Recent U.S. military actions include the destruction of three Houthi drones, aimed at safeguarding navigation and reducing threats to international shipping.
• The attacks have forced shippers to reroute, increasing shipping costs and raising concerns about broader regional instability.
• The ongoing conflict reflects the Houthis' broader anti-U.S. and anti-Israel stance, part of a larger proxy conflict in the region.