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- Tensions are rising in the Red Sea as the Houthi rebels of Yemen ramp up attacks in protest of Israel.
- US National Security Adviser said the Houthis are being "handed the gun by Iran."
- The Red Sea tensions could slow down global trade.
In response to heightened threats in the Red Sea, the US and UK navies successfully intercepted 15 attack drones originating from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, Al Jazeera reports.
The Houthi rebel movement signaled their intent to press on with attacks in a bid to pressure Israel into a cease-fire with Gaza. The rising tensions add to concerns about Israel's war on Hamas expanding into a regional conflict.