The U.S. has intensified military actions against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen following strikes aimed at deterring attacks on commercial shipping. Both sides are preparing for escalated conflict, with significant claims of casualties from the strikes reported. Iran denies involvement in the Houthis’ actions, while Trump emphasizes a strong U.S. response.
The United States has escalated its military response to Houthi attacks in Yemen with recent airstrikes aimed at deterring assaults on vessels in critical shipping corridors. Both the U.S. and the Iran-backed Houthis have declared intentions to intensify their operations following these airstrikes. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that the U.S. will not allow the Houthis to dictate shipping routes, stating that action would continue until the Houthis can no longer pose a threat.
President Donald Trump vowed to apply “overwhelming lethal force” against the Houthis until they halt their aggressive actions, attributing responsibility to Iran for supporting the rebels. The Houthis have been involved in actions that target international shipping, claiming solidarity with Palestinians amid ongoing conflicts.
The U.S. airstrikes have reportedly resulted in significant casualties, with the Houthi-run Health Ministry indicating at least 31 fatalities, including women and children, following strikes conducted in Sanaa and Saada. Michael Waltz, national security adviser, noted that multiple Houthi leaders were targeted, though he did not disclose their identities or provide evidence of the strikes’ impact.
Countering U.S. accusations, Iranian military leaders denied their country’s involvement in Houthi operations, claiming no control over the Houthis’ decision-making. The Iranian Foreign Minister called for an end to U.S. strikes and asserted that the U.S. cannot dictate Iran’s policies. The ongoing tension is exacerbated by long-standing U.S. suspicions of Iranian military support for the Houthis, evidenced by intercepted shipments of Iranian-made weaponry.
The recent actions mark the first significant military engagement by the U.S. against the Houthis during Trump’s second term. The operation is being supported by a substantial U.S. naval presence in the Red Sea, including the USS Harry S. Truman strike group and other naval assets.
The ongoing conflict in Yemen has seen renewed escalation following U.S. airstrikes aimed at curbing Houthi aggression toward international shipping. The U.S. government, under the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Rubio, has stated its commitment to counteract Houthi threats. Meanwhile, Iran denies involvement, while the Houthis have vowed to respond to the airstrikes. This situation underscores the complexities of regional politics and the potential for further military developments.
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