TERRORISM Houthi Terrorist Group say will now begin Targeting any Ship in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden which appears to be Enroute or Departing an Israeli Port
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ainitfunny
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Shall we make sure Houthi's get no US aid directly or indirectly, BEFORE OR AFTER we blow them to hell?
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Iran Observer
@IranObserver0
USA plans to confront Ansarullah Yemen threats in the Red Sea with Naval Task Force 153
The following countries are part of this Task Force:
Bahrain, Brazil, Denmark, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Pakistan, the Philippines, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, the UK, and the USA
View: https://twitter.com/IranObserver0/status/1734124772680729046?s=20
@IranObserver0
USA plans to confront Ansarullah Yemen threats in the Red Sea with Naval Task Force 153
The following countries are part of this Task Force:
Bahrain, Brazil, Denmark, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Pakistan, the Philippines, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, the UK, and the USA
View: https://twitter.com/IranObserver0/status/1734124772680729046?s=20
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rob0126
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From what David is reporting, 1000's of ships are going around Africa now because of the threat of attack.
The insurance companies won't insure them if they go thru the red sea.
Then those ships will have to deal with the issues, going around africa, will cause.
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The insurance companies won't insure them if they go thru the red sea.
Then those ships will have to deal with the issues, going around africa, will cause.
RT 37:25
Doc1
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I have previously explained that US aircraft carriers have never confronted peer or near peer adversaries and that their nuclear propulsion represents special risks. During the Cold War era, the only possible adversaries that could seriously hurt an aircraft carrier would have been the Soviet Union or China, though neither were likely to attack a US carrier for fear of starting WWIII.
Aircraft carriers are not heavily armored ships and while the reactors are better protected, the reactors are not the only radioactive parts of the propulsion system. There are heat exchangers, piping, pumps and other vulnerable components. Once a compartment is heavily contaminated with gamma radiation-emitting water, steam or gasses, it becomes impossible for crewmen to perform damage control. The so-called anti-radiation suits that you may have seen in films or on TV are better thought of as anti-contamination suits; they can only protect the wearer against alpha and beta radiation which are not very penetrating. Gamma radiation goes right through those suits as if they weren't there.
Now, here's the important consideration:
During the Cold War there were very few potential adversaries that could threaten US aircraft carriers or battle groups. High tech weapons which could threaten the US Navy were basically limited to the Soviets and to a lesser degree, China.
Now things are different. More and more we are seeing very sophisticated weapons in the hands of non-state actors and second and third tier nations. We are currently seeing this phenomenon as the Houthis are attacking and threatening US ships. The spread of and accessibility to very high tech weapons is constantly spreading. This is happening both as patron nations provide weapons to their clients, and also as smaller nations design and manufacture their own highly sophisticated weapons. This is a growing trend which can only be expected to grow.
At some point - which may come very quickly - US aircraft carriers will not be able to navigate near potentially hostile shores for fear of small, non-state actors wielding carrier-killer weapons.
That's something which must keep US Admirals awake at night.
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U.S. Central Command
@CENTCOM
USS GRAVELY shoots down two anti-ship ballistic missiles while responding to Houthi attack on merchant vessel.
Today at approximately 8:30 p.m. (Sanaa time), the container ship MAERSK HANGZHOU reported that they were struck by a missile while transiting the Southern Red Sea. The Singapore-flagged, Denmark-owned/operated container ship requested assistance, and the USS GRAVELY (DDG 107) and USS LABOON (DDG 58) have responded to the ship. The vessel is reportedly seaworthy and there are no reported injuries.
While responding, the USS GRAVELY shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen toward the ships.
This is the 23rd illegal attack by the Houthis on international shipping since Nov. 19.
@CENTCOM
USS GRAVELY shoots down two anti-ship ballistic missiles while responding to Houthi attack on merchant vessel.
Today at approximately 8:30 p.m. (Sanaa time), the container ship MAERSK HANGZHOU reported that they were struck by a missile while transiting the Southern Red Sea. The Singapore-flagged, Denmark-owned/operated container ship requested assistance, and the USS GRAVELY (DDG 107) and USS LABOON (DDG 58) have responded to the ship. The vessel is reportedly seaworthy and there are no reported injuries.
While responding, the USS GRAVELY shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen toward the ships.
This is the 23rd illegal attack by the Houthis on international shipping since Nov. 19.
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Sal Mercogliano (WGOW Shipping) 
@mercoglianos
We saw India deploy warships to meet the #Houthi threat now there is an Indonesian naval ship entering the area - the corvette Diponegoro.
View: https://twitter.com/mercoglianos/status/1741223795526869009?s=20
@mercoglianos
We saw India deploy warships to meet the #Houthi threat now there is an Indonesian naval ship entering the area - the corvette Diponegoro.
View: https://twitter.com/mercoglianos/status/1741223795526869009?s=20
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Jennifer Griffin
@JenGriffinFNC
Another busy day for U.S. military in Mideast…Acc to a senior U.S. defense official a Danish owned, Singapore flagged ship was hit by an Iranian backed Houthi cruise missile or unmanned aerial vehicle earlier today in the Red Sea. The ship had no Israeli affiliation.
6:20 PM · Dec 30, 2023
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@JenGriffinFNC
Another busy day for U.S. military in Mideast…Acc to a senior U.S. defense official a Danish owned, Singapore flagged ship was hit by an Iranian backed Houthi cruise missile or unmanned aerial vehicle earlier today in the Red Sea. The ship had no Israeli affiliation.
6:20 PM · Dec 30, 2023
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Sal Mercogliano (WGOW Shipping)
@mercoglianos
While most container lines are staying clear of the #RedSea and #BabelMandeb after the attack on @MSCCargo
MSC United VIII, @Maersk
is all in with ten ships preparing to transit the area.
This follows on the heels of two US-flagged @MaerskLineLtd passing through successfully.
@mercoglianos
While most container lines are staying clear of the #RedSea and #BabelMandeb after the attack on @MSCCargo
MSC United VIII, @Maersk
is all in with ten ships preparing to transit the area.
This follows on the heels of two US-flagged @MaerskLineLtd passing through successfully.
Mongo
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No one rises to Major General/2 stars without being compromised. EK is as bad as the rest
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Navy Lookout
@NavyLookout
Houthis attacked MV Maersk Hangzhou in the Red Sea this morning using 4 small boats which attempted to board but were repelled by embarked security team.
Responding to the distress call, helicopters from USS Graveley and USS Eisenhower subsequently sunk 3 of the boats that unwisely fired on them.
Photo: Piet Sinke
View: https://twitter.com/NavyLookout/status/1741437597983846864?s=20
Open Source Intel
@Osint613
#Breaking: Houthi WAR has started!
CENTCOM: Iranian-backed Houthi boats attack MAERSK HANGZHOU in Southern Red Sea. On Dec. 31 at 6:30 am, four Houthi boats fired at the vessel, attempting to board. Security team onboard returned fire. U.S. Navy helicopters responded, and in self-defense, sank three Houthi boats, killing crews. No damage to U.S. personnel or equipment.
View: https://twitter.com/Osint613/status/1741392279804227952?s=20
U.S. Central Command
@CENTCOM
Iranian-backed Houthi small boats attack merchant vessel and U.S. Navy helicopters in Southern Red Sea
On Dec. 31 at 6:30am (Sanaa time) the container ship MAERSK HANGZHOU issued a second distress call in less than 24 hours reporting being under attack by four Iranian-backed Houthi small boats. The small boats, originating from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen, fired crew served and small arms weapons at the MAERSK HANGZHOU, getting to within 20 meters of the vessel, and attempted to board the vessel.
A contract embarked security team on the MAERSK HANZGHOU returned fire. U.S. helicopters from the USS EISENHOWER (CVN 69) and GRAVELY (DDG 107) responded to the distress call and in the process of issuing verbal calls to the small boats, the small boats fired upon the U.S. helicopters with crew served weapons and small arms.
The U.S. Navy helicopters returned fire in self-defense, sinking three of the four small boats, and killing the crews. The fourth boat fled the area. There was no damage to U.S. personnel or equipment.
@NavyLookout
Houthis attacked MV Maersk Hangzhou in the Red Sea this morning using 4 small boats which attempted to board but were repelled by embarked security team.
Responding to the distress call, helicopters from USS Graveley and USS Eisenhower subsequently sunk 3 of the boats that unwisely fired on them.
Photo: Piet Sinke
View: https://twitter.com/NavyLookout/status/1741437597983846864?s=20
Open Source Intel
@Osint613
#Breaking: Houthi WAR has started!
CENTCOM: Iranian-backed Houthi boats attack MAERSK HANGZHOU in Southern Red Sea. On Dec. 31 at 6:30 am, four Houthi boats fired at the vessel, attempting to board. Security team onboard returned fire. U.S. Navy helicopters responded, and in self-defense, sank three Houthi boats, killing crews. No damage to U.S. personnel or equipment.
View: https://twitter.com/Osint613/status/1741392279804227952?s=20
U.S. Central Command
@CENTCOM
Iranian-backed Houthi small boats attack merchant vessel and U.S. Navy helicopters in Southern Red Sea
On Dec. 31 at 6:30am (Sanaa time) the container ship MAERSK HANGZHOU issued a second distress call in less than 24 hours reporting being under attack by four Iranian-backed Houthi small boats. The small boats, originating from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen, fired crew served and small arms weapons at the MAERSK HANGZHOU, getting to within 20 meters of the vessel, and attempted to board the vessel.
A contract embarked security team on the MAERSK HANZGHOU returned fire. U.S. helicopters from the USS EISENHOWER (CVN 69) and GRAVELY (DDG 107) responded to the distress call and in the process of issuing verbal calls to the small boats, the small boats fired upon the U.S. helicopters with crew served weapons and small arms.
The U.S. Navy helicopters returned fire in self-defense, sinking three of the four small boats, and killing the crews. The fourth boat fled the area. There was no damage to U.S. personnel or equipment.
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Clash Report
@clashreport
Maersk says it will suspend passage through Red Sea for 48 hours following Houthi attacks on its ships.
View: https://twitter.com/clashreport/status/1741428777312206927?s=20
@clashreport
Maersk says it will suspend passage through Red Sea for 48 hours following Houthi attacks on its ships.
View: https://twitter.com/clashreport/status/1741428777312206927?s=20
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Megatron
@Megatron_ron
BREAKING:
Multiple Reports that the US and UK are preparing to declare total war on the Houthis and Yemen
An Joint-Statement is reportedly expected to be made in the coming hours by the US, Britain and probably Germany, announcing that they are in Final Preparations for a Large-Scale Military Operation against the Houthis in Yemen.
The attack will include the launch of Hundreds of Missiles and Airstrikes against Pre-Planned Targets in Western Yemen and the Red Sea.
Senior Houthi officials are in Tehran at the moment.
@Megatron_ron
BREAKING:
Multiple Reports that the US and UK are preparing to declare total war on the Houthis and Yemen An Joint-Statement is reportedly expected to be made in the coming hours by the US, Britain and probably Germany, announcing that they are in Final Preparations for a Large-Scale Military Operation against the Houthis in Yemen.
The attack will include the launch of Hundreds of Missiles and Airstrikes against Pre-Planned Targets in Western Yemen and the Red Sea.
Senior Houthi officials are in Tehran at the moment.
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Clash Report
@clashreport
Britain’s military is preparing to launch a wave of air strikes against the Iranian-backed Houthis creating chaos in the Red Sea, The Times reports.
Under the plans the UK would join with the US and possibly another European country to unleash a salvo of missiles against pre-planned targets, either in the sea or in Yemen itself, where the militants are based.
An unprecedented statement is expected to be released by the UK and the US in the coming hours which will warn the Houthis to “stop attacking commercial vessels” or “face the military might of the West.”
@clashreport
Britain’s military is preparing to launch a wave of air strikes against the Iranian-backed Houthis creating chaos in the Red Sea, The Times reports.
Under the plans the UK would join with the US and possibly another European country to unleash a salvo of missiles against pre-planned targets, either in the sea or in Yemen itself, where the militants are based.
An unprecedented statement is expected to be released by the UK and the US in the coming hours which will warn the Houthis to “stop attacking commercial vessels” or “face the military might of the West.”
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Iran Observer
@IranObserver0
️BREAKING Houthis say US committed an act of war
The spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces says the US will pay the price for killing 10 Ansarullah fighters
A member of the Defence Council said it was an act of war and that the US should wait for a response
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Jason Brodsky
@JasonMBrodsky
There is reporting that #Iran's Navy's IRIS Alborz has entered the Red Sea amid repeated threats by the #IRGCterrorists-backed #Houthis and U.S. sinking its small boats. Would note audio released last month of one of the distressed commercial tankers radioing for help saying Iran's naval forces were threatening to bomb his ship. Like the #IRGCterrorists spy ship Behshad, the IRIS Alborz should be a legitimate military target for the U.S. and the UK under these circumstances. 1/2
Would note in 2022, #Israel's defense minister highlighted concerns that there was the “most significant” Iranian military presence in the Red Sea in a decade. From 2022: 2/2
View: https://twitter.com/JasonMBrodsky/status/1741790034804568414?s=20
Jeff Wright
@1991Wolfpack
IRIS Alborz commissioned in 1971, 1100 tons displacement. Has been modernized, but limited capability. 8 Noor anti-ship missiles, 1 Mark 8 Gun (4 1/2"). Legitimate military target & would recommend US sink if supporting Houthis or resupplying Houthis.
6:46 AM · Jan 1, 2024
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@JasonMBrodsky
There is reporting that #Iran's Navy's IRIS Alborz has entered the Red Sea amid repeated threats by the #IRGCterrorists-backed #Houthis and U.S. sinking its small boats. Would note audio released last month of one of the distressed commercial tankers radioing for help saying Iran's naval forces were threatening to bomb his ship. Like the #IRGCterrorists spy ship Behshad, the IRIS Alborz should be a legitimate military target for the U.S. and the UK under these circumstances. 1/2
Would note in 2022, #Israel's defense minister highlighted concerns that there was the “most significant” Iranian military presence in the Red Sea in a decade. From 2022: 2/2
View: https://twitter.com/JasonMBrodsky/status/1741790034804568414?s=20
Jeff Wright
@1991Wolfpack
IRIS Alborz commissioned in 1971, 1100 tons displacement. Has been modernized, but limited capability. 8 Noor anti-ship missiles, 1 Mark 8 Gun (4 1/2"). Legitimate military target & would recommend US sink if supporting Houthis or resupplying Houthis.
6:46 AM · Jan 1, 2024
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Intelschizo
@Schizointel
I'm seeing a lot of people ask about "total cost"
At the end of the day, each missile and drone that is being intercepted is preventing casualties aboard coalition warships and civilian merchant vessels.
As for the "total cost" we don't have full picture of how each of these interceptions has happened.
That's just how OPSEC works.
I will make the assumption everything was shot down by SM-2 to make things easier.
Total cost of interceptions if everything was intercepted with SM-2.
$153.3 million
Meanwhile, the Houthis costs of launched missiles and drone ballpark
Total $118 million
$1.4 million if all drones are Shahed 136
$117 million if all missiles are Khalij Fars anti ship export variant
9:41 PM · Dec 31, 2023
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@Schizointel
I'm seeing a lot of people ask about "total cost"
At the end of the day, each missile and drone that is being intercepted is preventing casualties aboard coalition warships and civilian merchant vessels.
As for the "total cost" we don't have full picture of how each of these interceptions has happened.
That's just how OPSEC works.
I will make the assumption everything was shot down by SM-2 to make things easier.
Total cost of interceptions if everything was intercepted with SM-2.
$153.3 million
Meanwhile, the Houthis costs of launched missiles and drone ballpark
Total $118 million
$1.4 million if all drones are Shahed 136
$117 million if all missiles are Khalij Fars anti ship export variant
9:41 PM · Dec 31, 2023
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Intelschizo
@Schizointel
To the GM/OS/FC/FT and watch standers aboard these ships. Bravo Zulu keep up the amazing work!
To the crews of all ships Bravo Zulu to you as well. You guys are all upkeeping the highest traditions of the United States Navy operating to maintain freedom of the seas, Not only for our nation, but for all nations.
With the amount of interceptions maybe there needs to be something made similar to a combat ace with the Air Force, also would love to see some kill marks on the MK-45 or somewhere on the ship.
To the haters saying It's too expensive I got a quote for you
"Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute"
-Robert Goodloe Harper
10:04 PM · Dec 31, 2023
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@Schizointel
To the GM/OS/FC/FT and watch standers aboard these ships. Bravo Zulu keep up the amazing work!
To the crews of all ships Bravo Zulu to you as well. You guys are all upkeeping the highest traditions of the United States Navy operating to maintain freedom of the seas, Not only for our nation, but for all nations.
With the amount of interceptions maybe there needs to be something made similar to a combat ace with the Air Force, also would love to see some kill marks on the MK-45 or somewhere on the ship.
To the haters saying It's too expensive I got a quote for you
"Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute"
-Robert Goodloe Harper
10:04 PM · Dec 31, 2023
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OSINTdefender
@sentdefender
U.S. Central Command still hasn’t made any kind of Statement regarding whatever happened earlier today in the Southern Red Sea which is kind of Unusual; it appears that at least 2 Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles were launched at a U.S. Navy Ship, but the Rumors about possible Exchanges of Fire between the U.S. Navy and Houthi Gunboats appears to be False. The only Reason that I can think that No Statement has been made is due to the upcoming Military Operation by the United States, Britain, and other Countries.
6:33 PM · Jan 1, 2024
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avi scharf
@avischarf
IKE carrier seems to be heading north in the Red Sea, after making it all the way to Persian Gulf and then back to Gulf of Aden due Houthi meyhem. overnight, a USAF tanker was refueling its F/A18s just above.
This, amid reports Ford carrier group is heading back US from the Med.
View: https://twitter.com/avischarf/status/1742170565648007210?s=20
@avischarf
IKE carrier seems to be heading north in the Red Sea, after making it all the way to Persian Gulf and then back to Gulf of Aden due Houthi meyhem. overnight, a USAF tanker was refueling its F/A18s just above.
This, amid reports Ford carrier group is heading back US from the Med.
View: https://twitter.com/avischarf/status/1742170565648007210?s=20
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OSINTdefender
@sentdefender
1h
The Houthi Terrorist Group in Yemen reportedly launched 3 Anti-Ship Ballistic Missiles at a Commercial Shipping Vessel near the Bab al-Mandab Strait roughly 33nm off the Coast of Eritrea, causing No Damage to the Ship or Casualties.
View: https://twitter.com/sentdefender/status/1742300484369580498?s=20
@sentdefender
1h
The Houthi Terrorist Group in Yemen reportedly launched 3 Anti-Ship Ballistic Missiles at a Commercial Shipping Vessel near the Bab al-Mandab Strait roughly 33nm off the Coast of Eritrea, causing No Damage to the Ship or Casualties.
View: https://twitter.com/sentdefender/status/1742300484369580498?s=20
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U.S. Central Command
@CENTCOM
On Jan. 2, at approximately 9:30 p.m. (Sanaa time), Iranian-backed Houthis fired two anti-ship ballistic missiles from Houthi controlled areas in Yemen into the Southern Red Sea. Multiple commercial ships in the area reported the impact of the ASBMs into the surrounding water though none have reported any damage. These illegal actions endangered the lives of dozens of innocent mariners and continue to disrupt the free flow of international commerce. This is the 24th attack against merchant shipping in the Southern Red Sea since Nov. 19.
U.S. Central Command
@CENTCOM
On Jan. 2, at approximately 9:30 p.m. (Sanaa time), Iranian-backed Houthis fired two anti-ship ballistic missiles from Houthi controlled areas in Yemen into the Southern Red Sea. Multiple commercial ships in the area reported the impact of the ASBMs into the surrounding water though none have reported any damage. These illegal actions endangered the lives of dozens of innocent mariners and continue to disrupt the free flow of international commerce. This is the 24th attack against merchant shipping in the Southern Red Sea since Nov. 19.
Statements that make you say "Hummmmm.....".
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Elisabeth Kendall
@Dr_E_Kendall
Who are #Yemen's Houthis & where did they come from? This week's most-viewed paper on my @academia
page is "Militant #Jihad & the #Houthi Insurgency in #Yemen" (Handbook of U.S. #Counterterrorism and Irregular Warfare Operations, 2021).
It's free in it's entirety here:
Elisabeth Kendall
@Dr_E_Kendall
Who are #Yemen's Houthis & where did they come from? This week's most-viewed paper on my @academia
page is "Militant #Jihad & the #Houthi Insurgency in #Yemen" (Handbook of U.S. #Counterterrorism and Irregular Warfare Operations, 2021).
It's free in it's entirety here:
Jihadi Militancy & Houthi Insurgency in Yemen
This chapter provides an overview of Yemen’s modern history, explains the emergence and development of al-Qa'ida and the Islamic State in Yemen, assesses their respective goals, strategies and success, and examines how the Houthi insurgency
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NBC News: "In a new tactic, Yemen's Houthis used an unmanned surface vessel loaded with explosives during an attempted attack in the Red Sea today, according to a senior American military official" (h/t
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Steve Lookner
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NBC News: "In a new tactic, Yemen's Houthis used an unmanned surface vessel loaded with explosives during an attempted attack in the Red Sea today, according to a senior American military official" (h/t
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