The recent BBC News report provides insights into the US and UK military operations targeting Houthi forces in Yemen, as a response to the Iran-backed group’s attacks on ships associated with Israel and the West. The report includes exclusive coverage aboard US Navy warships in the Eastern Mediterranean and Red Sea, highlighting their role as both a deterrent and a protective force for commercial shipping and allies in the aftermath of the October 7th Hamas attacks in Gaza. Despite the countermeasures, Houthi rebels have vowed to persist in their attacks while civilians continue to suffer in Gaza.
- The US and UK have conducted strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen in response to attacks on shipping linked to Israel and the West.
- BBC Persian Middle East correspondent Nafiseh Kohnavard was granted rare access to US Navy warships on patrol in the Red Sea.
- The US naval presence is intended to act as a deterrent and display support for Israel following the October 7 Hamas attacks.
- US Marines aboard the US warship USS San were the first responders to Houthi attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
- The crew was originally patrolling the Persian Gulf but was redirected to the Eastern Mediterranean after the conflict in Gaza escalated.
- Houthis have expressed their intention to continue targeting ships linked to Israel and the West in retaliation for civilian casualties in Gaza.
- American warships, including destroyers, are equipped to intercept threats such as drones and provide protection to other vessels.
- The command centers on these warships are at the forefront of the US involvement, managing threat detection and rapid defensive actions.
- Despite the US’s desire to avoid further escalation, their military presence in the region remains a contentious issue for forces aligned with Iran.
- The duration of the US Navy crew’s deployment is uncertain due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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