CNN —Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels are stepping up their strikes on ships in the Red Sea, which they say are revenge against Israel for its military campaign in Gaza.
While the Houthis may not be able to pose a serious threat to Israel, their technology can wreak havoc in the Red Sea.
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A number of countries have taken steps to try and push back Houthi aggression in the Red Sea region.
The United Nations Security Council has meanwhile approved a resolution calling on Yemen’s Houthi rebel group to “cease its brazen” attacks in the Red Sea.
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