US Airstrikes Target Houthi Positions in Yemen Amid Rising Tensions
The US military conducted airstrikes in Yemen, targeting Houthi-held areas, following a deadly strike that killed dozens just days prior.
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The strikes on Hodeida have been part of a month-long U.S. bombing campaign, which the Trump administration said came about because of the Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, a crucial global trade route, and on its close ally, Israel.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels report US strikes in the capital and a coastal city
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The strikes on Ras Isa aimed to cut off supplies and funds for the Houthis, the US military said.
US attacks Yemen again after at least 80 people killed in Hodeidah
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Yemen's Houthi rebels report US strikes in the capital and a coastal city
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Summary
Yemen's Houthi rebels reported that the US military launched several airstrikes on April 17 and 18, targeting key locations in Sanaa and Hodeida. This follows a recent attack that killed around 74 individuals and wounded many. The airstrikes are part of a larger campaign to thwart Houthi threats to international shipping routes and allied nations. UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed grave concern over civilian casualties and damage to critical infrastructure. These developments are part of escalating conflicts involving the Houthis' activities in the region.
Perspectives
The U.S. military is conducting ongoing airstrikes against Houthi positions in Yemen, with recent strikes causing significant casualties, including over 70 deaths at the port of Ras Isa.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed grave concerns regarding the impact of these airstrikes on civilians and infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of adhering to international humanitarian law.
The U.S. military has stated that its operations aim to counter Houthi threats to international shipping routes, particularly in the Red Sea, a key area for global trade.