US NAVY STRIKES TARGET HOUTHIS IN YEMEN WITH TOMAHAWK MISSILES

Focused Airstrikes Hit Strategic Houthi Locations Amid Escalating Tensions

On December 31, the US Navy launched precision airstrikes targeting strategic Houthi sites in Yemen using Tomahawk cruise missiles. The missiles were fired from guided-missile destroyers of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, operating in the Red Sea under the command of the US Central Command (CENTCOM).

According to a Pentagon statement, the strikes aimed at Houthi command and control centers, weapons depots, and production facilities. Key targets included military installations in the capital Sana’a, the port of Hodeidah, and several locations along Yemen’s western coastline.

These operations were carried out in response to the Iran-backed Houthis' increased attacks on commercial ships and oil tankers in the Red Sea, posing a significant threat to international shipping lanes. CENTCOM emphasized that the strikes are intended to disrupt the Houthis’ operational capabilities and prevent further maritime aggression, ensuring regional security and stability.

As Yemen grapples with a devastating humanitarian crisis fueled by the ongoing war since 2014, the recent strikes have raised concerns over a potential military escalation that could hinder diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.

Reports suggest the US is considering expanding its operations in Yemen if the Houthis continue targeting vessels. Meanwhile, Washington and its allies are closely monitoring developments in the region while reinforcing their military presence in the Red Sea as part of a strategy to deter future threats.