In a retaliatory move, the United States and its allies have launched a series of strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. The Pentagon confirmed that more than a dozen Houthi targets were hit, including air defense systems, weapons facilities, and launch sites. The attacks were carried out by fighter jets, warships, and submarines from the United States and the United Kingdom.
This response comes after months of Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea. The United States reported that around 27 attacks have occurred since mid-October. Just three days ago, US forces successfully intercepted and neutralized cruise missiles and drones launched by the Houthis. The increasing frequency and severity of these attacks prompted the coalition forces to take action.
