The White House published this Saturday images of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, overseeing the large-scale military operation over the capital of Yemen, Sana'a, in response to the attacks by Houthi rebels against commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea.
In the photos, accompanied by the slogan "Commander in Chief", Donald Trump is seen wearing headphones, overseeing the actions from his golf club in Mar-a-Lago, Florida.
The president was dressed in a cap featuring his name and the campaign slogan (Make America Great Again). In other photos shared by the White House in the same post, Trump’s national security advisor, Mike Waltz, and the Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, are seen.
"The president Trump is taking measures against the Houthis to defend U.S. maritime assets and deter terrorist threats. For too long, U.S. economic and national threats have been targeted by the Houthis. Not under this presidency," wrote the White House alongside the photos."
This Saturday, Trump launched attacks against in response to the terrorist group's assaults on maritime transport in the Red Sea.
"Today, I have ordered the United States Armed Forces to launch a decisive and powerful military action against the Houthi terrorists in Yemen," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social announcing the attacks.
In his opinion, the Houthis "have waged an unrelenting campaign of piracy, violence, and terrorism against American and other countries' ships, planes, and drones." He also threatened to unleash "hell" if the attacks did not stop and warned Iran that it would be held responsible for its support of the rebels.
"Your attacks must cease, starting today. If they do not, hell will rain upon you like nothing you have ever seen before," he declared.
The agency AP, based on statements from the spokesman for the health ministry led by the Houthis, reported that at least 13 individuals have died. In a statement on social media, they noted that another nine were injured.
The Houthis promised reprisals, stating that "Sana'a will continue to be the shield and support of Gaza and will not abandon it," referring to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
The attack occurs days after the group announced it would resume its actions against 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 resulting in the death of four sailors.
The U.S. offensive was carried out exclusively by the U.S. Army, without the participation of Israel or the United Kingdom, according to the AP agency.
In the operation, vessels from the USS Harry S. Truman fleet, which is operating in the Red Sea, and the missile submarine USS Georgia were involved.
Frequently Asked Questions about Trump's Military Operation in Yemen
Why did Donald Trump order a military operation in Yemen?
Donald Trump ordered the military operation in Yemen in response to the attacks by Houthi rebels against commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea. The White House justified these actions as a measure to defend U.S. maritime assets and deter terrorist threats that have impacted both the economy and national security of the United States.
Where did Donald Trump oversee the military operation in Yemen?
Donald Trump supervised the military operation from his golf club in Mar-a-Lago, Florida. In the images released by the White House, he is seen wearing headphones and a cap with his name and his campaign slogan while directing military actions.
What was the response of the Houthi rebels following the U.S. attacks in Yemen?
After the attacks by the United States, the Houthi rebels vowed retaliation and asserted that Sana'a will remain the shield and support of Gaza, referring to the conflict between Israel and Hamas. This promise of retaliation underscores the complexity and potential escalation of the conflict in the region.
What role does Iran play in the Yemen conflict according to the United States?
The United States holds Iran responsible for supporting the Houthi rebels in Yemen. Donald Trump has warned Iran that it will be held accountable for its support of the Houthis, which adds an international dimension to the conflict and could affect the relations between the United States and Iran.
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