**The British military announced a joint operation with U.S. forces against Houthi militia in Yemen, marking the first such collaboration since President Trump's return to office. The precision strike aimed to dismantle drone manufacturing facilities linked to recent maritime attacks.**
**UK Collaborates with US in Yemen Strike Against Houthi Forces**
**UK Collaborates with US in Yemen Strike Against Houthi Forces**
**Military operation targets Houthi drone manufacturing sites amidst ongoing regional tensions.**
Britain's military has confirmed that it conducted a cooperative operation alongside U.S. forces targeting the Houthi militia in Yemen. This marked the first joint effort since the return of President Trump to the White House, during a period of heightened military engagement against the Iran-backed group.
The British Defense Ministry announced on Wednesday that the operation occurred overnight with the intention of "degrading Houthi capabilities" and safeguarding U.K. and international shipping routes. Typhoon jets equipped with precision-guided munitions were deployed in this mission. The focus was on specific structures utilized by the Houthis to fabricate drones known to have been employed in assaults on vessels within the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, situated approximately 15 miles south of Yemen's capital, Sana.
While details regarding casualties or destruction remain undisclosed, the ministry assured the public that significant measures were undertaken to mitigate risk to civilian populations and infrastructure. The statement emphasized that the airstrike occurred after nightfall, further reducing the chance of civilian presence in the affected area.
Since late 2023, the Houthis have been responsible for numerous attacks on both commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, portraying their actions as supportive measures for Palestinians in Gaza who have faced extensive military action.
Previously, Britain had participated in operations against Houthi targets under former President Biden's administration beginning in January 2024. Following the escalation of military activities, President Trump initiated what has been designated "Operation Rough Rider" in March. Reports from the U.S. military highlight that over 800 targets have been struck since the operation's inception.
The timing of the joint mission coincided with concerns raised over information security, particularly after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth inadvertently shared sensitive details regarding a U.S. mission in Yemen via the unclassified Signal messaging app, prompting skepticism about the security of joint operations moving forward.
