\nLONDON: The Arab coalition said it foiled an attack by Houthi militants using speed boats ful of explosives to target commercial vessels.<\/p>\n
\nA spokesman for the Saudi-led alliance, which is supporting government forces in the war against the Houthis, said the militia and their\u00a0Iranian backers\u00a0continued to threaten international shipping off Yemen and pose a threat to navigation in the busy maritime lanes that surround the country.<\/p>\n
\nThe coalition said it had taken “necessary measures” to ensure the safety of its ships, and urged the international community to help protect the Strait of Bab Al-Mandeb.<\/p>\n
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