Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:28am on 14 Jan 2024,Sunday International
Following a recent US strike in Yemen, Houthi militia vows a "strong and effective response," heightening tensions. The strikes compound concerns amid the escalating conflict spreading across the Middle East. President Biden confirms delivering a private message to Iran regarding Houthi attacks. Despite dozens of US-British strikes, Houthi spokespersons assure minimal impact on their ability to control Red Sea and Arabian Sea passages. UN envoy Hans Grundberg urges maximum restraint. The situation adds complexity to the region's turmoil since the Israel-Hamas war. US reassures no interest in a war with Yemen, but the crisis affects shipping routes, causing global economic apprehensions.
