"Escalating Tensions: US and UK Strikes Against Houthi Rebels in Yemen"

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Despite US and UK air strikes, Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea region have increased, leading to a 29% decline in shipping. The attacks have shifted focus from Israeli-linked vessels to those with American or British ties, prompting changes in shipping routes and increased costs. The Suez Canal's revenues have dropped by 44%, and ship operators are implementing various measures to mitigate the risks, including armed security teams and altering tracking systems.
Topics:top-news#houthi-attacks#international-affairs#maritime-security#red-sea-trade-route#shipping-crisis#us-and-uk-air-strikes
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