Houthi Movement Imposes Red Sea Maritime Blockade on Israeli Shipping
The Houthi movement in Yemen announced a total ban on Israeli maritime navigation in the Red Sea on June 9. Military spokesperson Yahya Saree stated all Israeli-linked vessels would be considered legitimate targets. The announcement followed the interception of a Houthi drone targeting the city of Eilat and earlier missile strikes directed at central Israel. The group stated the escalation is a response to ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran.