US President Donald Trump has shared a video of a recent airstrike on Houthi rebels, vowing that the attacks will “never sink our ships again.” The airstrikes have been ongoing for 20 days following renewed threats from the Iranian-backed group against Israeli vessels. The Houthis had previously taken responsibility for attacks on US warships in the Red Sea.
The group has shot down three US MQ-9 Reaper drones since March 3, prompting the State Department to impose sanctions on “financial facilitators” and “companies operating as part of a global illicit finance network supporting the Houthis.” National Security Advisor Mike Waltz described the Houthis as having advanced air defenses and sophisticated capabilities, but noted that the US’s national security relies on keeping sea lanes open.
Trump has also warned Iran that if the attacks do not stop, Washington will come for Tehran next. The airstrikes have been deemed effective, with many of the Houthi fighters and leaders reportedly decimated in recent days.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-touts-airstrike-houthis-showing-video-never-sink-our-ships-again