"Yemen's Houthi Rebels Launch Surprise Attack in Red Sea, Raising Tensions with Saudi Arabia. In a bold move, the Iran-backed Houthi rebels have launched a surprise attack in the Red Sea, marking the first such incident since they announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia. The attack has sent shockwaves through the region, with analysts warning of a potential escalation in the long-running conflict between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition. The move is seen as a significant escalation of the Houthis' campaign against Saudi Arabia, which has been a key player in the Yemen conflict."
The Houthi attacks would be the first in the Red Sea since the Iran-backed group announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia.