In a significant escalation, Yahya Sarea, the military spokesman for Yemen's Houthi militants, announced on May 3 that they will target any ship heading to Israeli ports within their range. This marks the start of what the Houthis call the "fourth phase of escalation," directly targeting maritime traffic to disrupt Israeli navigation. This strategy has been in place since November, as Houthis have launched drone and missile strikes on key shipping routes like the Red Sea, the Bab al-Mandab strait, and the Gulf of Aden. These actions are part of their broader support for Palestinians in the ongoing Gaza war.

The impact of these disruptions has been profound, forcing shippers to take longer and more costly routes around southern Africa and raising concerns about the broader implications for Middle East stability and global trade. This video will delve into the details of the Houthi's latest military strategy, the regional political ramifications, and the potential global economic consequences as tensions continue to rise.

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