The United States has initiated another missile strike targeting a Houthi radar site in Yemen, according to military officials. This operation, carried out by the USS Carney from the Red Sea, is described as an extension of joint attacks conducted the previous day with the UK, aimed at weakening the Houthi’s capabilities to threaten maritime navigation. The strikes are a response to what President Biden labeled as “outrageous behavior” by the Iran-backed group in their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. Satellite imagery has shown the destruction of airfields and weapons depots, and although the Royal Air Force did not participate in the latest strike, both the US and UK underscore the importance of these actions for the security of key shipping routes.
- The US launched a missile strike against a Houthi radar site in Yemen.
- Missiles were fired from the USS Carney stationed in the Red Sea.
- The strike is a follow-up to previous joint attacks by the US and UK.
- President Biden has warned of a response to Houthi attacks on shipping.
- Approximately 30 sites across Yemen were hit, including the capital Sanaa.
- Five casualties were reported following the attacks.
- Before and after satellite images show the impact on Houthi capabilities.
- Houthi militants have disrupted shipping routes, supporting Palestinians in Gaza.
- Increased attacks have led to shipping detours, impacting global commerce.
- A rally in Sanaa saw the burning of Israeli and American flags.
- The US insists the airstrikes are a proportionate response to Houthi aggression.
- Houthis have declared support for Hamas and threaten ships traveling to Israel.
- The Houthis, supported by Iran, control significant territories in Yemen.
- Iran has provided the Houthis with drones and missiles, though Iran denies this.
- The cost of Houthi drone attacks is significantly lower than the cost to counter them.
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