Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:21pm on 15 Dec 2023,Friday International
Two cargo ships in the Red Sea were attacked by missiles launched from Houthi-controlled territory in Yemen, according to the US. The vessels, including one owned by German company Hapag-Lloyd, were struck in the strategic Bab El Mandab strait. The Houthis, backed by Iran, declared support for Hamas, targeting ships in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The US acknowledges the attacks and emphasizes the Houthis as a "material threat" to shipping. Pressure mounts on the US to respond, but targeting Houthi sites may risk broader conflict. The Bab El Mandab Strait, crucial for global trade, has witnessed previous attacks, impacting insurance premiums and shipping routes.
