Tensions have escalated as the United States expresses concern over the Houthis' use of new sophisticated weapons in the Red Sea. The striking of a Greek ship by the Houthis has opened a Pandora's box of discussions regarding their latest weapons arsenal. In response to the death of three sailors in the Red Sea, U.S. forces launched strikes on Houthi sites in Yemen. The U.S. Central Command claims success in destroying four mobile Houthi anti-ship cruise missiles, while Houthi unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) were shot down in the Gulf of Aden. These actions by US CENTCOM are framed as measures to safeguard the freedom of navigation for vessels in the Red Sea. The developments unfold against the backdrop of the first fatalities resulting from the Houthi attack on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden. Despite these efforts, reports indicate that the U.S. still lacks a clear denominator to assess the percentage of Houthi equipment destroyed, adding a layer of uncertainty to the situation.