"Iranian and Hezbollah Leaders Directing Houthi Attacks in Red Sea: Reports"

Reports indicate that military leaders from Iran and Hezbollah are aiding the Houthis in Yemen with advanced weaponry, training, and intelligence to carry out attacks on shipping vessels crossing the Red Sea, targeting those linked to Israel and its allies in retaliation for the conflict with Hamas. These attacks have disrupted a crucial trade route and led to a significant increase in shipping costs. The United States has launched strikes targeting Houthi-linked sites, but President Biden has expressed doubts about their effectiveness in deterring future attacks. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has praised the Houthis' actions, while Iran's foreign ministry denies any involvement.