U.S. Airstrikes and Houthi Attacks Escalate in Yemen and Red Sea
The conflict intensifies as the U.S. targets Houthi strongholds and the rebels retaliate with strikes on American naval assets and Israeli targets.
- The United States has conducted multiple airstrikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen's Saada governorate, killing 53 people, including children, according to Houthi sources.
- Houthi rebels have launched at least four attacks on the USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea, using missiles and drones, in response to U.S. military actions.
- The Houthis also claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Israel's Nevatim airbase, intercepted by Israeli forces, citing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
- The United Nations has called for an immediate halt to hostilities, highlighting concerns over civilian casualties and regional instability.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has issued strong warnings to the Houthis and Iran, blaming Tehran for supporting the rebels and threatening further military action.