The US launched airstrikes on multiple targets across Yemen overnight, targeting Houthi strongholds in Saada province and the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah. According to Yemeni sources, these locations have long been used by Houthi leaders as hiding spots.
The airstrikes come after weeks of relative calm in Red Sea shipping lanes, which were disrupted following a Gaza ceasefire in January. The Houthis had warned they would resume attacks on Israeli vessels unless the “aggression” against Gaza ceased.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to hold Iran accountable for any future Houthi attacks, but the group has refused to scale back their military actions in the region. The Houthis have launched multiple attacks on international shipping, claiming solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza war.
The latest escalation marks a significant increase in tensions between the US and the Houthis, who are backed by Iran. With the situation remaining volatile, it remains to be seen how this development will play out.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/least-10-us-strikes-target-areas-yemen-2025-03-18