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France joins 10-nation coalition against Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping lanes

France has joined a US-led international force to protect ships transiting the Red Sea that have come under attack by drones and ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 19, 2023

Yemen Rebels 'Will Not Stop' Red Sea Attacks: Houthi Official

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels said Tuesday they would not halt attacks on Red Sea shipping despite the announcement by the United States of a new maritime protection force.

International Business Times · Dec 19, 2023

Pentagon announces new international maritime protection force for the Red Sea

The U.S. and other nations are creating a force to protect ships transiting the Red Sea that have come under attack from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced.

WEKU · Dec 19, 2023

Israel Faces Gaza Ceasefire Calls, US Vows More Arms

Israel faced another round of global pressure on Tuesday for a ceasefire in Gaza with a new UN vote and fresh Western diplomatic efforts, although the United States vowed to continue arming its ally.

International Business Times · Dec 19, 2023

US announces 10-nation force to counter Houthi attacks in Red Sea

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says coalition will include Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, UK and other countries.

Al Jazeera · Dec 19, 2023

US announces multinational force to secure Red Sea shipping against Houthi attacks

The US and a host of other nations are creating a new force to protect ships transiting the Red Sea that have come under attack by drones and ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced early Tuesday in Bahrain.

France 24 · Dec 18, 2023

US Announces 10-nation Coalition To Combat Huthi Attacks In Red Sea

The United States on Monday announced a 10-nation coalition to quell Huthi missile and drone attacks on ships transiting the Red Sea, with Britain, France, Bahrain and Italy among countries joining the "multinational security initiative."

International Business Times · Dec 18, 2023

Pentagon announces new international mission to counter attacks on commercial vessels in Red Sea

The U.S. and a host of other nations are creating a new force to protect ships transiting the Red Sea that have come under attack by drones and ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2023

Israeli Military Mistakenly Kills Three Hostages in Gaza Operation

This piece explores rising pressures on Israel to minimize the intensity of Gaza attacks, amid growing concerns over escalating civilian casualties.

Top News · Dec 18, 2023

Austin says US support for Israel unshakeable as Gaza ceasefire calls grow

Lloyd Austin says US support ‘unshakeable’, urges Israel to do more to protect civilians and increase aid supplies.

Al Jazeera · Dec 18, 2023