The Yemeni San’aa government reported US-UK airstrikes on Al Hudaydah province targeting the At-Tuhayta district. The attacks mark a resumption following a pause, with no details on casualties provided. The airstrikes are part of a broader conflict where Yemen has declared US and UK vessels as military targets in solidarity with Gaza.
On Sunday, the Yemeni San’aa government reported new airstrikes by the United States and the United Kingdom targeting the Al Hudaydah province in western Yemen. According to Al-Masirah television, the strikes specifically hit the At-Tuhayta district; however, information regarding casualties or material damage was not disclosed.
Al Hudaydah province has become the most frequently targeted area by US and UK airstrikes, largely due to its strategic importance, housing an international airport and three critical ports along a lengthy coastal strip. The recent strikes occurred after a hiatus in US-UK air operations since November 28.
Since the start of 2024, a coalition led by the US has resumed airstrikes on Yemeni positions, justified by the coalition as a response to Yemeni attacks on the Red Sea, which are perceived as supportive actions for the Palestinians amidst ongoing conflicts with Israel since October 7, 2023.
In expressing solidarity with Gaza, Yemeni forces have directed missile and drone strikes at Israeli vessels in the Red Sea. The Yemeni administration has proclaimed the intention to maintain these military operations until hostilities in the enclave cease. Consequently, with increased interventions from Washington and London, Yemen has declared all American and British vessels as military targets.
In summary, the recent US-UK airstrikes on Al Hudaydah, Yemen, mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, underscoring the province’s strategic importance. The Yemenis’ response reflects their commitment to support Gaza amidst an incendiary political context. The declaration of American and British vessels as military targets indicates a further intensification of regional tensions. These developments highlight the complex interplay of military action, geopolitical strategy, and solidarity movements in the region, with far-reaching implications for international relations.
Original Source: en.mehrnews.com
