Houthi rebels' drone strikes in the Red Sea are causing concern within the White House, Pentagon sources told Politico. It is not only about the risk of attacks on the US Navy and global shipping, but also the fact that the Iran-backed group's weapons are significantly cheaper than those of the US.
The rebels' drones are said to cost around $2,000, while the US's naval robots can cost over two million dollars. That's problematic, according to experts.
- Because the biggest advantage, even if we shoot down their incoming robots and drones, is on their side, says Mick Mulroy, a former official in the US defense.
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Houthi rebels threaten more attacks on cargo ships
Yemen's Houthi rebels are threatening to continue attacking ships in the Red Sea, despite the arrival of an international fleet to protect the trade route. This is what Mohammed Abdulsalam, spokesman for the Iran-backed paramilitary, told Reuters, warning of new attacks every day.
- Our commitment to the Palestinian issue will not change, regardless of whether a naval alliance is established or not.
The United States, together with Bahrain, Great Britain, France and Norway, among others, has established a military mission to defend shipping in the Red Sea. Despite the security measures, several large companies have started to redirect sea freight from the Suez Canal to the route around Africa via the Cape of Good Hope.
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