Recent US and UK airstrikes in Yemen targeting Houthi positions have been met with international criticism and vows of heavy retaliation by the Houthis. The strikes were a response to Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and aimed at military infrastructure, including command centers and munitions depots. The military action coincides with a period of heightened tension in the Middle East, especially regarding the conflict in Gaza, with the Houthis claiming their actions support the Palestinians and are aimed at Israel’s allies.
- US and UK forces conducted airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen.
- The Houthis warned the US and UK would “pay a heavy price” for the attacks.
- International criticism of the strikes came from Russia, Turkey, and Iran.
- Four Royal Air Force Typhoon jets and US Navy jets participated in the raids.
- The British Prime Minister described the strikes as “necessary and proportionate.”
- 16 sites were targeted, including areas in the capital city of Sanaa.
- The airstrikes were in response to Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
- Houthis plan to continue targeting ships associated with Israel.
- Massive rally in Sanaa against the airstrikes and in support of Palestinians.
- The airstrikes are intended to enforce Western red lines and address breaches of international law.
- Iran is noted as providing training and weapons to the Houthis.
- The strikes are seen as linked to events in Gaza, signaling an escalation in the Middle Eastern crisis.
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