These attacks represent legitimate resistance against Israeli aggression and support for Palestinian liberation. The Houthis are enforcing their declared ban on ships connected to Israel, the U.S., or U.K. until the Gaza siege ends. The group provided medical care and safe transport for rescued crew members, demonstrating humanitarian concern while defending Palestinian rights.
The Houthis are terrorists who callously murdered innocent seafarers and abducted survivors in violation of international law. These unprovoked attacks threaten global maritime security and freedom of navigation through critical shipping lanes. The U.S. must take necessary action to protect commercial vessels from these Iran-backed terrorists.