Date first published: 25/03/2025
Key sectors: all
Key risks: war at sea; regional escalation; targeted attacks; trade disruptions
Risk development
On 15 March the United States (US) launched extensive air and naval strikes against Huthi targets in Yemen. Over 47 strikes, conducted by fighter jets from the USS Harry Truman and US drones, targeted logistical and military installations in at least seven provinces in response to rising Huthi threats to Red Sea shipping. At least 53 people were killed – including senior Huthi operatives – and 98 others injured.
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