Houthis' Impact on Global Trade and Naval Strategy
Houthi rebels in Yemen are using publicly available maritime intelligence to locate and attack vessels in the Red Sea, disrupting global trade and causing ripple effects across continents. The rebels' use of open-source information against the US and its allies is unprecedented, with their attacks denting Egypt’s Suez Canal revenue and impacting global shipping. The US and UK have responded with air strikes, but the attacks persist. The rebels' targeting methods, including using AIS data and ship identification, have led to disruptions in the shipping industry, with vessels altering routes and incurring higher costs.