
Yemen’s Huthis say they attacked US ship in Red Sea
Sanaa (AFP) Feb 12, 2024 - Yemen's Huthi rebels said on Monday they attacked a US vessel in the Red Sea, after maritime security firms reported that missiles were fired on a bulk carrier.
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