Houthi attacks prompt ships to reroute south of Africa, bypassing Red Sea

Houthi attacks have prompted ships to reroute south of Africa to bypass the Red Sea, resulting in the effective closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. In response to these maritime disruptions, the US is holding Iran responsible for the Houthi attacks on ships. These events highlight significant shifts in global shipping routes and escalating geopolitical tensions, as the US maintains its stance on Iranian accountability regarding the military actions conducted by the Houthi forces.