Trump Orders Major Airstrikes on Huthi Militia in Yemen

The U.S. targets Iran-backed Huthi forces in response to attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, with reports of civilian casualties in Sanaa.

The U.S. military launched airstrikes on Huthi militia positions in Yemen, including bases, leaders, and missile defenses, as directed by President Trump.
The operation, the largest U.S. military action in the Middle East under Trump's presidency, aims to protect international shipping routes and restore maritime security.
Huthi-controlled sources report at least nine civilian deaths and nine injuries in Sanaa, though these figures remain unverified.
Trump has warned Iran to cease its support for the Huthis, threatening accountability and further action if provocations continue.
The Huthi militia, linked to Iran and Hamas, has conducted repeated attacks on ships since 2023, citing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.