Sat Jan 11 18:55:49 UTC 2025: ## Israeli Strikes on Yemen Follow Houthi Attack on US Naval Vessels in Red Sea
**SANAA/JERUSALEM** – A dramatic escalation of conflict in the Red Sea unfolded Friday, as Israeli warplanes carried out widespread strikes across Yemen targeting infrastructure including a power station, ports, and residential areas. Simultaneously, Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for attacking a US aircraft carrier and other naval vessels in the Red Sea. The attacks raise serious concerns about further escalation in the already volatile region.
Israeli officials have yet to comment publicly on the strikes. However, the attacks follow recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and the ongoing conflict in Yemen. The Houthis, who control much of northern Yemen, have increasingly targeted Saudi and Western interests in recent years.
The claimed attack on US naval assets is particularly significant and has not been independently verified by the US military. The Pentagon has yet to release an official statement regarding the alleged attack.
Experts warn of a potential for further escalation. Mustapha Noman, former deputy foreign minister of Yemen, Yousef Mawry, a political analyst based in Yemen, and Farea Al Muslimi, a research fellow at Chatham House, all highlighted the heightened risk of regional conflict spreading due to these events. The specifics of their analysis remain unavailable at this time. The situation remains fluid and requires close monitoring.
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