Increased U.S. Military Presence in the Indian Ocean

New satellite imagery shows the USS Carl Vinson entering the Indian Ocean via the Malacca Straits, marking a significant step in the U.S. military's increased presence in the region amid escalating tensions with Iran and the Houthis in Yemen.

Sen. John Kennedy criticizes UK Prime Minister over plan to relinquish military base in the Indian Ocean

Sen. John Kennedy urges UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to reconsider plan to relinquish military base in the Indian Ocean, cautioning him to 'put down the bong.' Kennedy criticizes the plan as 'bone deep down to the marrow stupid.'

Houthi Attacks on British, U.S., and Israeli Ships

Houthi forces in Yemen claim to have targeted British, U.S., and Israeli ships with rockets and drones in support of Palestinians in the Gaza war. The attacks took place in the Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean over the last 72 hours.

Pirate Attack in the Indian Ocean

Multiple pirates boarded and took control of a vessel in the Indian Ocean, sparking concerns about a resurgence in piracy near Somalia's coast.