Shipping Industry Calls for Protection Against Houthi Attacks in Red Sea
- Shipping industry organizations demand more protection for civilian ships in the Red Sea against Houthi attacks.
- Recent sinking of a vessel by Houthis sparks outcry and calls for action from the shipping industry.
- Concerns over the safety of ships in the Red Sea escalate amidst ongoing assaults by Yemeni group.
Over a dozen international shipping organizations demand action to protect civilian ships from Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. The Houthis, functioning as an Iranian proxy terrorist organization, have targeted ships indiscriminately, leading to over 70 attacks since November. The Biden administration launched "Operation Prosperity Guardian" in response, but details on its operations remain scarce. Concerns have been raised about the use of attack drone boats by the Houthis. Leading shipping industry groups have condemned the attacks and called for swift de-escalation in the region. The sinking of a second ship, the Tutor, has raised alarm, with one crew member presumed dead. The Houthis continue to target ships in support of Palestinians and against Israel's actions in Gaza. The shipping industry also seeks the release of crew members from the Galaxy Leader, a cargo ship seized by the Houthis in November.