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Houthis Sink British-Owned Ship in Red Sea, Threaten More Attacks

The Iran-backed Houthis have sunk the British-owned MV Rubymar in the Red Sea, escalating tensions and posing environmental and navigational risks.

  • The MV Rubymar, a British-owned commercial vessel, was sunk by the Houthis in the Red Sea, creating an environmental hazard with its cargo.
  • Houthi leaders have declared the UK a 'rogue state' and vowed to continue targeting British and potentially American ships.
  • The U.S. and coalition forces are responding to the threat, with CENTCOM highlighting the environmental and navigational dangers posed by the sinking.
  • Aid deliveries to Gaza continue amid ongoing conflict, with the U.S. and Jordanian military dropping over 38,000 meals to alleviate the humanitarian crisis.
  • Public opinion in the U.S. on support for Israel and Ukraine shows signs of polarization, with political affiliations influencing views on foreign aid.
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