US Strikes Target Houthis After Missile Threats

The U.S. military recently conducted significant airstrikes against Houthi forces in Yemen, resulting in the deaths of at least 53 militants. This operation, described as President Trump's most substantial military action to date, aims to counter Iranian-backed piracy and protect vital shipping routes in the Red Sea. In retaliation, Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi threatened further attacks on American vessels, asserting that escalation would continue if U.S. aggression persists. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that the current strikes are intended for deterrence, contrasting them with previous retaliatory strikes during the Biden administration. He stated that the strikes are focused on eliminating the Houthi's ability to control shipping lanes, which he deemed unsustainable. The situation remains tense, with the U.S. Navy successfully intercepting several Houthi drones aimed at its forces.