[HIGHLIGHTS] EU announces mission to protect Red Sea traffic after new Houthi attacks

EU announces mission to protect Red Sea traffic after new Houthi attacks. In recent weeks, Yemeni Houthi rebels have increased attacks in the area, causing a drop in activity at the Suez Canal.

The European naval mission in the Red Sea is named Aspidès, “ shields ” in ancient Greek. This is a direct reference to the fact that this mission will be “ defensive ”. The launch of this operation was announced with fanfare in December after that carried out by the United States (“ Guardian of Prosperity ”)