Recent U.S. airstrikes in Yemen have resulted in significant casualties among Houthi rebels, indicating a fierce escalation in the conflict and raising humanitarian concerns.
U.S. Airstrikes Hit Houthis in Yemen Amid Ongoing Conflict
U.S. Airstrikes Hit Houthis in Yemen Amid Ongoing Conflict
Escalating tensions see U.S. bombardments targeting Houthi ports; civilian casualties reported
The United States has launched airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, causing a reported death toll of at least 38 individuals following a bombardment targeting Ras Isa port, a key fuel depot controlled by the Houthis in the northwestern region of Hudaydah. This operation, part of a broader strategy from the Trump administration to confront the Iran-backed militia, comes in response to the Houthis' continued assaults on maritime vessels in the Red Sea and their missile attacks towards Israel, framed by the group as support for Palestinians in Gaza.
The strikes occurred late Thursday, as Houthis claimed the attacks by U.S. forces have not swayed their resolve. Anees al-Asbahi, the spokesperson for the Houthi health ministry, indicated over 100 others sustained injuries from the assault. Despite President Trump's assertion that the militia would face complete annihilation, experts caution that such military actions could exacerbate Yemen's already catastrophic humanitarian situation, with the United Nations reporting that about 80 percent of the Yemeni population is in urgent need of assistance.
The conflict continues to deepen, with Houthis expressing a desire for direct war with the U.S., complicating efforts for peace amidst one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
The strikes occurred late Thursday, as Houthis claimed the attacks by U.S. forces have not swayed their resolve. Anees al-Asbahi, the spokesperson for the Houthi health ministry, indicated over 100 others sustained injuries from the assault. Despite President Trump's assertion that the militia would face complete annihilation, experts caution that such military actions could exacerbate Yemen's already catastrophic humanitarian situation, with the United Nations reporting that about 80 percent of the Yemeni population is in urgent need of assistance.
The conflict continues to deepen, with Houthis expressing a desire for direct war with the U.S., complicating efforts for peace amidst one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
