Yemen's Houthis say they targeted 'British merchant vessel' in Red Sea

The US and Britain have launched strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen and returned the militia to a list of terrorist groups as turmoil from the Israel-Hamas war spreads through the region.

The Galaxy Leader cargo ship is escorted by Houthi boats in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023.

The Galaxy Leader cargo ship is escorted by Houthi boats in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023.

(photo credit: Houthi Military Media/Handout via REUTERS)

ByREUTERS

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 21:58

Updated: FEBRUARY 1, 2024 22:42