Yemen's Houthi rebels have announced a major escalation in their maritime campaign, declaring they will target any merchant ship belonging to companies that do business with Israeli ports, regardless of the ship's nationality, flag, or destination. This marks the start of a 'fourth phase' in their naval blockade against Israel, significantly expanding the scope of their attacks beyond vessels directly tied to Israel. The Houthis, backed by Iran, claim these actions are in response to Israel's operations in Gaza and are intended to pressure Israel by disrupting global trade through the Red Sea, a vital shipping route. The move has heightened risks for international shipping companies and raised concerns about the stability of global supply chains. Human rights organizations and governments have condemned the attacks, warning of broader economic and humanitarian consequences.
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