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The President of the United States, Donald Trump, ordered a series of airstrikes on the capital of Yemen, Sana'a, on Saturday in response to the Houthi rebels' attacks on commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea.
“Our brave fighters are conducting airstrikes against terrorist bases, their leaders, and defense systems to protect navigation and U.S. interests,” Trump wrote on social media.
He stated that "The last American warship that passed through the Red Sea four months ago was attacked by the Houthis more than a dozen times. Funded by Iran, these thugs have fired missiles at American aircraft and attacked our troops and allies. These relentless attacks have cost the U.S. and global economies billions of dollars, in addition to endangering innocent lives."
"No terrorist force will stop American ships from freely navigating the world's waterways," he clarified.
According to reports from the Houthi Health Ministry, at least nine civilians were killed and another nine were injured in the bombings in the northern area of Sana'a. Explosions and columns of smoke rose near the airport of the capital, where key military facilities are located.
The Houthis promised retaliation and stated that "Sana'a will continue to be the shield and support for Gaza and will not abandon it," referring to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
The attack occurs days after the Houthis announced that they would resume their attacks on Israeli vessels in response to the blockade of Gaza.
Since 2023, they have launched missiles and drones against more than 100 vessels, sinking two ships and causing the deaths of four sailors.
The U.S. offensive was carried out exclusively by the U.S. Army, without the involvement of Israel or the United Kingdom, reported the AP agency.
The outlet confirmed that ships from the USS Harry S. Truman fleet, which is operating in the Red Sea, and the missile submarine USS Georgia were involved in the operation.
Trump, who oversaw the attack from his golf club in Mar-a-Lago, Florida, reiterated that his administration will use "overwhelming lethal force" until the Houthis cease their attacks and warned Iran that it will be held accountable for its support of the rebels.
This attack marks the first military action of the second Trump administration against the Houthis, amid a backdrop of increasing instability in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions about the U.S. Military Action Against the Houthis in Yemen
Why did Donald Trump order military strikes in Yemen?
Trump ordered airstrikes in Yemen in response to the Houthi rebels' attacks on commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea. The Houthis, funded by Iran, have targeted U.S. ships, posing a threat to navigation and U.S. interests in the region.
What were the immediate results of the attacks in Yemen?
According to reports from the Houthi Ministry of Health, at least nine civilians were killed and another nine were injured following the bombings in Sana'a, the capital of Yemen. The explosions focused on key military facilities near the airport.
How have the Houthis responded to the U.S. attacks?
The Houthis promised retaliation following the U.S. attacks and reaffirmed their support for Gaza in the conflict with Israel. They have expressed their intention to continue their attacks on Israeli ships in response to the blockade of Gaza.
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