Houthi Rebels Strike US Drone, Target UK Ship in Naval Attack

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In his recent televised address, Yahya Saree, the military spokesperson for Yemen's Houthi rebels, claimed responsibility for targeting the "British oil ship Andromeda Star" in the Red Sea using naval missiles. According to reports from Al Jazeera, the vessel sustained minor damage, as confirmed by the US Central Command (CENTCOM), but continued its journey without impediment. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the maritime military coalition tasked with countering such attacks.

Additionally, Saree announced the downing of a US MQ-9 Reaper drone, stating it was shot down while conducting hostile missions in Yemen's Saada governorate airspace. Although the US military has yet to comment on the incident, CBS News confirmed the crash, prompting an ongoing investigation.

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This marks the third instance of the Houthis shooting down a US drone since the Gaza conflict began. Previously, similar incidents occurred in November and February. Despite this, the Houthis have not openly claimed responsibility for further attacks against vessels in nearby waters, although the US military reported anti-ship missiles being fired at the MV MAISH.

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed two attacks on a vessel near al-Mukha (Mocha) in Yemen, likely referring to the MV Andromeda Star. The first explosion occurred near the vessel, followed by a subsequent attack involving two missiles, resulting in damage.

These recent activities follow the Houthi's claim of targeting the "Israeli ship MSC Darwin" in the Gulf of Aden and launching missiles and drones at targets in Israel's southern port city of Eilat. Prior to this, they had attacked the US-flagged Maersk Yorktown and the Israeli-linked MSC Veracruz, prompting defensive responses from US and UK warships.

Abdel-Malik al-Houthi, the group's leader, dismissed suggestions of diminished military capabilities, asserting that more attacks are forthcoming. Addressing demonstrators in Sanaa and beyond, he declared a new theater of confrontation, targeting ships in the Indian Ocean as well.

The Houthis have vowed to cease their attacks on one of the world's busiest maritime routes if Israel halts its offensive in Gaza. These attacks have disrupted global trade and impacted traffic at Israel's Eilat port.

In Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, large-scale protests have become a weekly occurrence since the conflict began, expressing solidarity with Palestinians and condemning Israel and its allies. Initially focused on Israeli-linked ships in the Bab al-Mandeb strait, the Houthis have broadened their targets to include US and UK vessels following military actions by Washington and London in Yemen.

Houthi-run media reported millions more joining demonstrations across Yemen, highlighting widespread support for their cause.

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