U.S. Airstrikes Target Houthi Positions in Hudaydah: Heavy Losses Among Houthi Leadership
Early this Saturday morning, the Yemeni province of Hudaydah witnessed a series of violent explosions following airstrikes launched by U.S. forces targeting strategic sites belonging to the Houthi militia. The strikes hit the areas of "Al-Fazah" and "Al-Ghurayq" in the "Al-Tahita" district, located in the southern part of the province, which overlooks the Red Sea, according to a local source reporting to the media.
Focused Strikes Behind the Frontlines
According to the source, the U.S. airstrikes targeted military barracks situated behind the frontlines between Houthi militias and government-aligned joint forces, causing explosions heard across wide areas in southern Hudaydah's rural regions. These attacks mark the second of their kind within less than 24 hours, signaling a significant escalation in the U.S. military campaign against Houthi targets in coastal regions.
Over 100 Strikes in a Week
Since March 15, the United States has ramped up its air operations against Houthi forces, carrying out over 100 airstrikes that targeted military positions in eight Yemeni provinces. These operations are part of the U.S.'s efforts to weaken the combat capabilities of the Houthis, who have escalated their threats to international shipping in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
Heavy Losses Among Houthi Leadership
The recent U.S. airstrikes resulted in the deaths of several high-ranking Houthi field commanders, including 31 officers with military ranks, whose deaths were acknowledged by the militia over the past three days. These losses represent a major blow to the Houthi leadership structure, which is under increasing pressure as attacks continue.
Rising Tensions on Southern Fronts
These airstrikes coincide with rising tensions along the southern frontlines of Hudaydah, with expectations of more intense clashes between the Houthis and joint forces. The targeted areas are some of the most important military sites used by the Houthis as staging points and launching bases for front-line offensives, making their targeting a clear message that the scope of fighting is expected to widen.
A New Phase of Military Escalation
The U.S. airstrikes in Hudaydah mark a new phase in the military escalation, as field clashes continue and precise strikes on Houthi leadership intensify. The question remains whether these airstrikes will shift the balance of power on the ground or push the conflict into even more intense confrontation.
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