If the attacks on ships continue, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak threatens more airstrikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has informed MPs that the UK will not hesitate to launch further air strikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen if attacks on ships in the Red Sea continue. Sunak stated that the UK is not seeking confrontation with the Iran-backed group but would continue to act in self-defence. The UK has participated in two joint operations with the US against the Houthis, who have been launching attacks on commercial vessels traveling through the Red Sea since November.

January 23, 2024
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