At least 24 people were killed in US airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels, as Washington intensifies military action in response to continued attacks on Red Sea shipping. According to local sources, the strikes hit multiple Houthi-controlled sites, including military installations and weapons storage facilities.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the operation, stating that the airstrikes were a direct response to Houthi aggression against international maritime routes. The Iran-backed Houthis have launched repeated drone and missile attacks on commercial and military vessels, disrupting global trade and raising regional security concerns.
Pentagon officials emphasized that the strikes aimed to degrade Houthi capabilities and deter further assaults on US and allied forces. However, Houthi leaders condemned the attack, vowing retaliation and accusing Washington of escalating the conflict.
The latest airstrikes add to growing fears of wider instability in the Middle East, as tensions between US forces and Iran-aligned groups continue to rise. Analysts warn that sustained military engagement could push the region into deeper conflict, with potential consequences for global energy markets and security.
The international community has urged restraint, calling for diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation. As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on Washington’s next move and the Houthis’ response to the deadly strikes.
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