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  • Dec 20, 2023
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US-LED COALITION FOR RED SEA PROTECTION

Why in the News?

  • Houthi rebels reject a halt in attacks, citing solidarity with Gaza, and accuse the coalition of aiming to protect Israel and militarize the sea.
  • US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin announces a multinational operation to safeguard Red Sea commerce.
Source: Research Gate

About the Coalition:

  • The coalition will conduct joint patrols in the southern Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden in response to Houthi missile and drone attacks.
  • Participating countries include the UK, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles, and Spain.
About Houthi Rebels:

·  Houthi is a Yemen-based rebel group officially known as Ansar Allah.

·  Aligned with Iran, they adhere to Zaidi Shia Islam.

·  Gained prominence in the Yemeni Civil War.

·  Fought against Yemeni government forces and coalitions led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

·  Accused of human rights abuses and involvement in regional conflicts.