The US has targeted 230 sites in Yemen in response to Houthi-led attacks in the Red Sea, seizing shipments of weapon components from Iran. Despite American strikes, the Houthis remain defiant, engaging in sea standoffs. Recent actions included shooting down five Houthi drones. This marks a significant escalation in the conflict.
The U.S. and its allies are considering options for retaliation against escalating maritime attacks by Houthi fighters. The attacks challenge U.S. and British forces in the Red Sea, with the White House considering military strikes despite the risk of regional escalation. Tensions surrounding the war between Israel and Hamas have also increased.
The U.S. and its allies are considering options for retaliation against escalating maritime attacks by Houthi fighters, balancing their determination to deter further aggression against the risk of a larger Middle East war. The Yemen-based Houthis launched their largest-ever missile and drone attack on ships in the Red Sea, challenging US and British forces.
