US Navy's Close Encounters: Defending Against Houthi Threats in the Red Sea

A Houthi missile attack on the USS Gravely in the Red Sea triggered the warship's Close-In Weapons System, marking the closest strike on a US Navy vessel by the terror group. While no injuries or damages were reported, the precision of the attack highlights the threat posed by the Houthis. In response, the US and EU have ramped up defense capabilities, with the US conducting strikes on Houthi drones and a ground control station in Yemen, and the EU committing to launching a naval mission to protect cargo ships in the region. The Houthis have welcomed the prospect of a conflict with the US and its allies, describing it as an "honor."