Recent statements by the Houthi rebels in Yemen have sparked international concern. The group’s military spokesman said they had carried out an attack on the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea, Tass reported.
The operation, which the Houthis describe as a significant action, came as part of a series of attacks on US naval vessels. Spokesman Yahya Saree said the operations, which took place in the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea, lasted a total of eight hours.
The first phase of the attack involved the launch of missiles and drones against the US aircraft carrier. Saree said this targeted attack was a response to what the group considers US aggression in the region. In the second phase, the Houthis hit two US destroyers in the Red Sea.
These events mark an escalation of tensions in the region and raise questions about future interactions between U.S. forces and rebel groups in Yemen.
The Houthi claims come amid a prolonged conflict in Yemen, where the power struggle involves several local factions and international actors. The United States has historically supported the Yemeni government against the Houthi rebels, further complicating the geopolitical situation. With the Houthis increasing their military operations, there is likely to be significant repercussions on maritime security in the region.
International attention is now focused on how US forces will respond and what measures could be taken to prevent further deterioration of the situation. The stability of the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea is crucial to global trade, making these developments even more relevant to the international community.
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