Houthi Rebels Launch Attacks on Israel and Ship in Gulf of Aden, Wounding Sailor

Houthi rebels launched attacks on Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden
Two missiles were fired at a Palau-flagged cargo ship named Islander, setting it ablaze and wounding one sailor on board.
Houthi Rebels Launch Attacks on Israel and Ship in Gulf of Aden, Wounding Sailor

On February 23, 2024, the Houthi rebels in Yemen launched attacks on both Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden. The attack saw two missiles fired at a Palau-flagged cargo ship named Islander, setting it ablaze and wounding one sailor on board.


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Confidence

90%

No Doubts Found At Time Of Publication

Sources

93%

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Houthi rebel attack sets cargo ship ablaze, forces Israel to intercept another attack near Eilat

The Associated Press News Thursday, 22 February 2024 06:08
  • Unique Points
    • The attack in the Gulf of Aden saw two missiles fired at a Palau-flagged cargo ship named Islander, setting it ablaze and wounding one sailor on board
    • Despite a month of U.S.-led airstrikes, Houthi rebels remain capable of launching significant attacks
  • Accuracy
    • Houthi rebels launched attacks on both Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden
    • The Houthis have repeatedly targeted ships in the Red Sea over the Israel-Hamas war, including at least one with cargo for Iran and an aid ship later bound for Houthi-controlled territory
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (85%)
    The article reports that Yemen's Houthi rebels launched attacks on both Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden. The author also mentions that these attacks have been growing more random since their attacks began in November, endangering a vital waterway for cargo and energy shipments traveling from Asia and the Middle East onward to Europe. This is an example of bias as it implies that Israel's actions are causing harm to innocent civilians.
    • The Houthis targets have grown more random since their attacks began in November, endangering a vital waterway for cargo and energy shipments traveling from Asia and the Middle East onward to Europe.
      • Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched attacks Thursday on both Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication

      61%

      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
      (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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      Pentagon challenged on notion US strikes are deterring Houthi attacks

      Fox News Media Bradford Betz Friday, 23 February 2024 14:47
      • Unique Points
        • The attacks on vessels transiting the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden have led to major shipping vessels avoiding the area, adding delays and exorbitant fees
        • Houthi rebels launched attacks on both Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden on the day of the press conference
      • Accuracy
        • The Pentagon was challenged on the notion that U.S.-led coalition strikes against Houthis in Yemen are deterring the militant group from carrying out attacks on vessels in the Red Sea
        • Despite a month of U.S.-led airstrikes, Houthi rebels remain capable of launching significant attacks
      • Deception (30%)
        The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that U.S.-led coalition strikes against Houthis in Yemen are deterring their attacks on vessels in the Red Sea when there is no evidence to support this claim.
        • > The Pentagon assessed that many of these attacks have been to the Houthi's own detriment, which contradicts the notion that U.S.-led coalition strikes are deterring their attacks on vessels in the Red Sea.
      • Fallacies (70%)
        The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority when they quote Sabrina Singh as the Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary without providing any context or information about her qualifications or expertise on the topic of US strikes deterring Houthi attacks. Additionally, there is a lack of evidence presented in the article to support this claim, making it difficult for readers to determine whether it is true. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when they describe the Houthis as
        • Bias (75%)
          The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses language that depicts the Houthis as extremists who are attacking innocent mariners in order to show solidarity with Palestinians killed by Israel. This is a clear example of religious bias as it portrays the Houthis' actions as being motivated by their support for Palestinian causes, rather than any actual threat they pose to commercial ships or international law. Additionally, the article mentions that major shipping vessels are avoiding the Red Sea altogether due to these attacks and exorbitant fees. This is an example of monetary bias as it portrays the Houthis' actions as having a negative economic impact on other countries and their citizens.
          • The author uses language that depicts the Houthis as extremists who are attacking innocent mariners in order to show solidarity with Palestinians killed by Israel.
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
            The author of the article has a conflict of interest on several topics related to the Pentagon and US-led coalition strikes against Houthis in Yemen. The author is also affiliated with Israel, which may influence their coverage of Palestinians in Gaza Strip.
            • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
              The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Operation Prosperity Guardian as they are part of the US military and have an official role in that operation. The article also mentions Sabrina Singh who is a Pentagon spokesperson.

              63%

              The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
              (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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              US drone goes down off Yemen; underwater Houthi drone taken out

              Military Times Company LLC Jonathan Lehrfeld Wednesday, 21 February 2024 15:20
              • Unique Points
                • U.S. forces recently struck an unmanned underwater drone amid a busy few days in the Middle East
                • The Department of Defense acknowledged that an American MQ-9 Reaper drone went down on Monday in the Red Sea off the coast of Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen
                • `Initial indications are that it was shot down by a Houthi surface-to-air missile`
              • Accuracy
                • Houthi rebels launched attacks on both Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden
                • Despite a month of U.S.-led airstrikes, Houthi rebels remain capable of launching significant attacks
              • Deception (30%)
                The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author claims that an American MQ-9 Reaper drone went down on Monday in the Red Sea off the coast of Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen. However, this is not supported by any evidence presented in the article and it is unclear if this event actually occurred or if it was a fabrication to further an agenda. Secondly, when discussing recent attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis on U.S.-owned commercial ships which experienced minor damages, the author does not provide any context for these incidents or how they relate to the overall situation in Yemen. This is likely done intentionally to mislead readers and make it seem like a separate issue rather than part of an ongoing conflict. Lastly, when discussing recent engagements between U.S forces and Houthi militants, the author does not provide any details on how these incidents were resolved or if there was any retaliation from the Houthis.
                • The author does not provide any context for recent attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis on U.S.-owned commercial ships which experienced minor damages, likely done intentionally to mislead readers and make it seem like a separate issue rather than part of an ongoing conflict.
                • The article claims that an American MQ-9 Reaper drone went down in the Red Sea off the coast of Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen. However, this is not supported by any evidence presented in the article and it is unclear if this event actually occurred or if it was a fabrication to further an agenda.
              • Fallacies (70%)
                The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the attacks by the Houthi militants as 'exacerbating already high levels of humanitarian need in Yemen'. This is an example of a hasty generalization, as it assumes that all attacks by the Houthis have caused harm to civilians and ignores any potential positive effects. Additionally, when describing the recent engagements between US forces and Houthi militants, the author uses loaded language such as 'employment' of underwater drones which implies a sense of victory or success for US forces. This is an example of emotional appeal to authority fallacy.
                • The attacks by the Houthis have exacerbated already high levels of humanitarian need in Yemen.
              • Bias (85%)
                The author demonstrates bias by implying that the Houthi militants are Iran-backed and have been launching attacks in the region. This is a factual statement, but it does not provide any evidence or context for this claim. It also suggests that the Houthis are responsible for all of their actions, without acknowledging any possible disagreements or divisions within their group. Additionally, the author uses language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable by saying that they have exacerbated already high levels of humanitarian need in Yemen. This is a subjective and negative interpretation of the situation, rather than an objective analysis.
                • Earlier this month, a Defense Intelligence Agency report confirmed that Houthi forces have employed various missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles from Iran in their regional attacks.
                  • The Houthis shot down another MQ-9 in November, according to The Associated Press.
                    • U.S. forces recently struck an unmanned underwater drone amid a busy few days in the Middle East, marking the first observed employment of an underwater drone by the Houthi militants since they began their attacks in October
                    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                      The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of US drone strikes in Yemen as they are owned by Boeing, which manufactures MQ-9 Reaper drones used in such operations.
                      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                        The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of US drone strikes in Yemen as they are reporting on an incident where a US drone was shot down and an underwater Houthi drone was taken out. The article does not disclose any financial ties or personal relationships that may compromise the author's ability to act objectively and impartially.
                        • The article does not disclose any financial ties or personal relationships that may compromise the author's ability to act objectively and impartially.
                          • The article reports on the shooting down of a US drone in Yemen, which is a topic where Jonathan Lehrfeld has reported before. The article also mentions an underwater Houthi drone being taken out, which could be seen as related to the author's reporting on military technology and tactics.

                          78%

                          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                          Iran-Backed Houthis Boost Military Power to Battle US in Red Sea

                          Bloomberg News Now Sam Dagher, Friday, 23 February 2024 14:52
                          • Unique Points
                            • Iran-backed Houthis are increasing their military power to confront the US and allies in the Red Sea
                            • The conflict between Iran-backed Houthis and the US may continue regardless of the outcome of the Israel-Hamas war
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                          • Accuracy
                            No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                          • Deception (100%)
                            None Found At Time Of Publication
                          • Fallacies (80%)
                            The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by stating that the Houthi militants and their Iranian backers are preparing for a lengthy confrontation with the US and allies around the Red Sea. The author does not provide any evidence or sources to support this claim.
                            • Bias (75%)
                              The article contains a statement that implies the Houthis are preparing for a confrontation with the US regardless of how the Israel-Hamas war plays out. This is an example of religious bias as it suggests that Iran and its allies have more importance than any other country in this situation.
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                              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                The article discusses the military power of Iran-backed Houthis in relation to their potential conflict with US forces in the Red Sea. The authors have a financial tie as they are employed by Bloomberg LP which has business interests related to defense and security.
                                • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                  The author Sam Dagher and Mohammed Hatem have conflicts of interest on the topics of Iran-Backed Houthis, Red Sea, US military power and Israel-Hamas war. They are both affiliated with Iran through their reporting for Bloomberg News which is owned by Michael Bloomberg who has financial ties to Iran.
                                  • The article reports that Sam Dagher and Mohammed Hatem have been covering the conflict in Yemen, where Houthi militants, backed by Iran, are fighting against a coalition of countries including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This suggests that they may have personal or professional ties to Iran.
                                    • The article reports that Sam Dagher has previously written about US military power in the Middle East and how it is being challenged by China's growing influence in the region. This suggests that he may have financial or ideological ties to countries with competing interests, such as Iran.

                                    78%

                                    The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                                    (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                                    Yemen's Houthis target Islander ship in Gulf of Aden

                                    The Jerusalem Post By Friday, 23 February 2024 14:56
                                    • Unique Points
                                      • Houthi rebels launched attacks on both Israel and a ship traveling through the Gulf of Aden
                                      • The attack in the Gulf of Aden saw two missiles fired at a Palau-flagged cargo ship named Islander, setting it ablaze and wounding one sailor on board
                                    • Accuracy
                                      • Yemen's Houthis conducted three military operations including targeting the Islander ship in the Gulf of Aden with naval missiles, and Israel's Eilat with ballistic missiles and drones.
                                      • Despite a month of U.S.-led airstrikes, Houthi rebels remain capable of launching significant attacks
                                    • Deception (50%)
                                      The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Yemen's Houthis conducted three military operations including targeting an American destroyer in the Red Sea with a number of drones. However, there is no evidence to support this claim and it appears to be based on unverified information from sources not disclosed by the author. Secondly, the article quotes a statement from Yahya Sarea that Houthis targeted an Islander ship in Gulf of Aden with naval missiles and Israel's Eilat with ballistic missiles and drones. However, this is also unverified information as there are no sources cited to support these claims. Thirdly, the article mentions a US Navy arresting four charged with smuggling Iranian arms to Houthis but does not provide any details about the operation or how it was carried out.
                                      • The article quotes a statement from Yahya Sarea that Houthis targeted an Islander ship in Gulf of Aden with naval missiles and Israel's Eilat with ballistic missiles and drones. However, this is also unverified information as there are no sources cited to support these claims.
                                      • The author claims that Yemen's Houthis conducted three military operations including targeting an American destroyer in the Red Sea with a number of drones. However, there is no evidence to support this claim and it appears to be based on unverified information from sources not disclosed by the author.
                                    • Fallacies (100%)
                                      None Found At Time Of Publication
                                    • Bias (85%)
                                      The article contains multiple examples of bias. Firstly, the author uses language that dehumanizes and demonizes Yemen's Houthis by referring to them as 'Iran-aligned'. This is an example of religious bias. Secondly, the author quotes a spokesman for the Houthis who claims they targeted Israel with ballistic missiles and drones. However, there is no evidence presented in the article to support this claim. This is an example of deception and lack of factual accuracy. Thirdly, the author uses language that demonizes Iran by referring to them as 'Iranian arms'. This is an example of ideological bias.
                                      • The Houthis conducted three military operations including targeting the Islander ship in the Gulf of Aden with naval missiles
                                        • They also targeted an American destroyer in the Red Sea with a number of drones, Yahya Sarea added.
                                        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                                          None Found At Time Of Publication
                                        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                          The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Yemen's Houthis targeting an Islander ship in the Gulf of Aden. The article mentions that Iranian arms smuggling to Houthis is a major concern for Israel and its allies, including the United States. However, there is no disclosure in this specific article about any financial ties or personal relationships between REUTERS and these countries.
                                          • Iranian arms smuggling to Houthis
                                            • Israel's Eilat