Houthi Leaders in Yemen

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking stated that Houthi leaders are keeping low profiles due to recent events in the region. Despite this, the Houthis continue to launch attacks on ships. The U.S. is working to block weapons smuggling to the Houthis.

Key Points

  • Houthi leaders are keeping low profiles due to fear of being targeted
  • Despite recent events in the region, the Houthis continue to launch attacks on ships
  • Efforts by the U.S. to block weapons smuggling to the Houthis
  • Financial losses to the shipping industry due to Houthi attacks

Pros

  • U.S. efforts to block weapons smuggling to the Houthis
  • Awareness of the ongoing attacks by the Houthis

Cons

  • Continued attacks on civilian ships by the Houthis
  • Disruptions to the shipping industry and financial losses