Houthi Rebels Intensify Attacks on Red Sea Ships Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict

A commercial ship traveling through the Red Sea has come under attack, allegedly by Yemen's Houthi rebels. This incident is part of a prolonged Houthi campaign against ships amid the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. The ship was hit by small arms fire and projectiles, resulting in loss of command.

A commercial ship traveling through the Red Sea came under repeated attack Wednesday, a situation the British military attributes to Yemen's Houthi rebels. The vessel was left 'not under command' following the assault.

The British military's United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center reported men on small boats initially opened fire with small arms before the ship was hit by three projectiles.

The Houthis, orchestrating a months-long campaign against ships since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, have hit over 70 vessels. However, many attacked ships have no direct ties to the conflict. The Houthis allege targeting of Israeli-linked boats, yet several incidents involve vessels with other destinations, including some bound for Iran.

(With inputs from agencies.)