Saudi-led coalition strikes Houthi targets after Red Sea ship attack, accuses militia of maritime terrorism
The Saudi-led military coalition launched airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen's Hudaida province following an attack on a Saudi-flagged ship in the Red Sea. Coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki accused the Iran-backed Houthi militia of 'maritime terrorism' and stated the strikes hit 'legitimate military targets' linked to threats against shipping, while the port of Hudaida was not targeted. Residents reported explosions, flames, and thick smoke near the port. Houthi-affiliated media said facilities of a state telecom company and the island of Kamaran were hit. The attack on the ship 'NCC Masa' caused slight hull damage, following a previous attack on the oil tanker 'Encelia' that caused a fire. The Houthis had announced a 'blockade' on Saudi ships days earlier. US President Donald Trump threatened severe retaliation against the Houthis and Iran if further attacks occur. The conflict, rooted in Yemen's civil war since 2014, has seen a fragile 2022 ceasefire with ongoing skirmishes.
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