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military-and-defense2 years ago•7 min saved

"Escalating Red Sea Tensions: Navigating the Fallout of Houthi Attacks and Global Response"

The detonation of a Houthi unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Red Sea marks a new threat to international shipping lanes and poses a challenge to Operation Prosperity Guardian (OPG), which aims to ensure safe navigation in the area. Despite international warnings, the Houthis continue their disruptive activities, leading major shipping companies to reroute and causing a spike in short-term shipping rates. The USV threat requires increased military vigilance and resources, as the OPG must now defend against both air and surface threats. The situation is further complicated by the resurgence of piracy and the potential use of mines, highlighting the complexity of providing sustainable security in the region.

via Yahoo News|

##houthidroneboat #maritimesecurity

politicsinternational-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"Biden Official John Kirby Clashes with Reporters Over U.S. Role in Middle East Tensions"

During a press briefing, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby firmly countered a reporter's suggestion that the U.S. was escalating tensions with Iran by patrolling the Red Sea. Kirby emphasized that the U.S. actions were defensive, aimed at protecting international shipping from attacks by Iranian-backed Houthi militants. The U.S. Navy has engaged in defensive fire with the Houthis, who have targeted commercial ships and U.S. military forces. Kirby denied that U.S. actions have supported an escalation in the region, maintaining that the maritime coalition's posture is purely defensive.

via Daily Caller|

##houthis #johnkirby

world-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"US Navy Neutralizes Houthi Threat in Red Sea, Destroys Boats and Kills 10"

US helicopters from the USS Eisenhower and USS Gravely successfully defended the Maersk Hangzhou container vessel from an attempted boarding by Iran-backed Houthi militants in the Red Sea, sinking three militant boats and resulting in 10 casualties. The incident raises concerns about regional conflict escalation, as the Houthis have been targeting vessels to support Hamas against Israel. Maersk has temporarily halted Red Sea sailings, and international efforts, including Operation Prosperity Guardian, aim to protect maritime traffic in the region. Despite these efforts, attacks persist, and the US and allies are considering further actions to ensure the freedom of navigation.

via NDTV|

##houthiattack #maerskhangzhou

politicsinternational-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"US Navy Neutralizes Houthi Threat in Red Sea, Asserts Defensive Stance"

The White House has clarified that the United States is not seeking to escalate conflict in the Middle East following an incident where US helicopters sank three Houthi boats in the Red Sea, killing their crews. The action was taken in self-defense after the boats, originating from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen, attacked a commercial vessel and fired upon the responding US helicopters. This marks the first direct US engagement with the Iranian-backed Houthis, who have been targeting shipping in the region. The US has launched Operation Prosperity Guardian to protect the critical shipping lane and maintains its stance on acting in self-defense while avoiding broader conflict.

via CNN|

##houthirebels #middleeasttensions