US and UK forces have conducted additional strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen as a proportionate response to attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. The Houthis claim the attacks support Hamas and act in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. The strikes have caused disruption to global shipping and raised concerns of inflation and regional military escalation. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has stated the UK will take further military action if necessary. There is general support for the strikes in the UK, but also calls for de-escalation and concerns about the potential for broader conflict escalation.
- US and UK forces execute new strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen.
- Washington cites the strikes as a response to Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping.
- Houthis claim their attacks are in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
- Global shipping disruption and inflation concerns escalate due to the attacks.
- Support for Houthis remains strong in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa.
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak warns of further action against Houthis if necessary.
- There is general public and cross-party support for the strikes in the UK.
- Experts and critical voices call for a de-escalation strategy centered around a ceasefire in Gaza.
- Maritime analyst suggests the strikes may be helping Houthis and hurting global shipping.
- Recommendations include diverting Houthi attention from the maritime domain and empowering the Yemeni government.
- Iran is accused of being directly involved in Houthi attacks, complicating the situation.
- The European Union plans to send a military mission to the Red Sea to protect shipping.
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