On November 19, 2024, a significant strike was launched by the Yemeni Ansarullah Coalition, known as the Houthis, against the Turkish cargo vessel Anadolu S. This 183-meter ship was operating in the Red Sea, one of the world’s most critical maritime routes, connecting the Mediterranean to the Arabian Peninsula.

The attack is part of the Houthis’ broader strategy to disrupt Israeli supply chains and assert control over shipping lanes in the region. Targeting ships with ties to Israel or its allies has become a key element of the Houthis’ military campaign, which escalated after Israel’s aggressive actions in Gaza in October 2023.

The strike on the Anadolu S was not an isolated incident. It reflects a deliberate and sustained effort by the Houthis to prevent the shipment of goods to Israel, as well as a broader regional strategy to enforce a partial blockade on Israeli interests.