Hit on Iranian Surveillance Ship Appears To Slow Houthis’ Red Sea Attacks

As attacks ramp up again, much more military effort will be needed to return the essential maritime artery to full function.

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Houthi fighters march during a rally of support for the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and against the U.S. strikes on Yemen, outside Sanaa, January 22, 2024. AP

In an apparent sign of American success, the Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea have temporarily slowed down in the aftermath of a reported cyberattack on an Iranian spy ship. Yet, as attacks inevitably resume, much more military effort will be needed to return the essential maritime artery to full function. 

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