Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed to possess a new hypersonic missile, as reported by Russia's state media. This development could potentially escalate their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and surrounding areas amidst Israel's conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. While the report lacks concrete evidence, the Houthis have been hinting at surprises to counter the United States and its allies in battles at sea.
The hypersonic missile, capable of reaching speeds of up to Mach 8 and running on solid fuel, poses a significant challenge to air defense systems used by the U.S. and its allies, including Israel. Hypersonic weapons, flying at speeds exceeding Mach 5, present challenges due to their speed and maneuverability, making interception difficult.
