The United States conducted additional strikes against Yemen’s Houthi forces, targeting a radar site in the Red Sea. This followed numerous U.S. and British strikes on Houthi facilities.
The strikes aimed to disrupt Houthi attacks on shipping. President Biden warned of more strikes if attacks continue. The Houthis vowed retaliation, and the conflict has raised concerns about regional escalation. The U.S.-British assault hit 60 targets, reducing Houthi capabilities.
The Houthis, controlling most of Yemen, promised to persist in attacking shipping. There were reports of a missile near a ship, causing oil price fluctuations. The conflict’s roots are linked to Israel-Hamas tensions, with the U.S. removing the Houthis from the terrorist list in 2021.
The situation has led to international responses, with some allies supporting the strikes and others expressing concerns about escalation.
condemned the strikes, accusing the U.S. of cooperation with Israel. Houthi attacks have disrupted shipping routes, raising fears of supply chain disruption and inflation.