US Airstrikes Target Houthi Rebels In Yemen Amid Rising Tensions

US airstrikes target and attack Houthi rebels strongholds at five different locations. The US military on Friday targets the destruction of Iranian-backed rebels’ weapons systems, bases, and other equipment. The plan follows the destruction of other military bases controlled by Houthi. Under this attack, the US military was able to bomb around five locations through military aircraft and warships. These include Hodeida, Katheib, Seiyana, and Dhamar province. Houthi threats to intensify its military operations in Israel were increasing every day. Thus, US military airstrikes against Houthi rebels to destroy their military bases in Yemen. Let us look at the current situation of the Houthi rebels in Yemen.

What Is The Current Situation Of Houthi Rebels In Yemen After The US Airstrikes?

Houthi rebels are in their full force and fired 12+ ballistic missiles and anti-ship cruise missiles with two drones above three US ships. The sources mention that these ships were travelling through Bab el-Mandeb Strait. However, they were not able to complete their journey post-attack. This was not the first time that Houthi rebels attacked the ships or drones. In the past year, they have targeted more than 80 merchant vessels with missiles and drones. Four sailors also lost their lives amid these ongoing conflicts.

There were more mislies on the way. However, the US-led coalition in Read Sea might have blocked them. Ultimately, they were not able to reach the destination location. While the Houthi rebels claim that they have led several attacks. They say they only focus on ships from Israel, the US, and the UK. They aim to stop Israel’s campaign against Hamas in Gaza. The sources find that the ships attacked do not have any relation with the ongoing conflict. It makes everyone curious to know the actual reason behind targeting those ships only.

If we talk about the US military’s airstrikes, targeted around 5 locations in Yemen. There were seven strikes at Hodeida Airport which is a major port city in the Katheib area. Apart from this, there were four strikes in Seiyana and two in Dhamar province. While three were in Bayda Province. These locations play a crucial role in Houthi rebel’s further plans. By destroying some of the equipment and military bases at these locations in Yemen, the US military works towards stopping the escalation of the military operations in Israel. These conflicts in the Middle East have also led to difficulties in the crude oil trade.