Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthis launch largest Red Sea drone and missile attack to date
FOX NewsDEC 31 2023
Missiles Fired From Yemen Hit US-Owned Cargo Ship
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The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The Western coalition has repeatedly warned the Houthi terrorists to not attack civilian cargo ships. Not only are these vessels non-military ships, but many aren't even linked to Israel, despite the Houthis’ claims. By forcing countries to reduce cargo shipments through the Red Sea, the Houthis are sabotaging the global economy, and they must be stopped.
Establishment-critical narrative
US and UK strikes aren’t going to deter the Houthis, who are using their stated solidarity with the Palestinians to legitimize themselves on the world stage. Instead, the West should focus on getting Israel to call off its siege of Gaza because attempting to bomb the Houthis into acquiescence isn't likely to work.