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US LAUNCHES DECISIVE ATTACK ON HOUTHI MILITANTS IN YEMEN
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CapitalTimesNews / 3 weeks
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The United States launched a massive military operation against Houthi militants in Yemen, targeting their military capabilities and infrastructure. According to President Donald Trump, the attack is a response to the Houthi’s repeated attacks on American vessels and merchant ships in the Red Sea. Trump emphasized that the US will not tolerate any further attacks on its interests, stating, “The Houthi attack on American vessels will not be tolerated. We will use overwhelming lethal force until we have achieved our objective.” The operation, which involved US warships and jets, targeted radars, air defense sites, and drone launch points across Yemen. A defense official described the operation as the beginning of a campaign to degrade the Houthi’s military capabilities, which have been used to disrupt commercial maritime traffic in the Red Sea. The official added that the US aims to restore freedom of navigation in the region and protect American interests. The attack is seen as a significant escalation in the US military’s involvement in Yemen, where the Houthi’s have been backed by Iran. Trump’s administration has been critical of Iran’s support for the Houthi’s and has warned Tehran to stop its involvement in the conflict. The US operation is expected to continue in the coming days, with officials indicating that the goal is to significantly degrade the Houthi’s military capabilities and restore stability to the region.