Yemen: The United States on Saturday launched airstrikes in Yemen, causing 24 fatalities in an attempt to target Iran-backed Houthi rebels and “defend American interests,” reported Reuters.
The US President, Donald Trump, said the strikes were in reaction to Houthi attacks on shipping routes, which have caused significant damage and endangered lives.
According to Houthi officials, at least 15 people were killed and nine others injured in the strikes, local media reported. Explosions were reported in the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, and the northern province of Saada, a stronghold for the Houthis.
They said, “On March 15, US Central Command initiated a series of operations consisting of precision strikes against Iran-backed Houthi targets across Yemen to defend American interests, deter enemies, and restore freedom of navigation.”
US President Donald Trump also took to Truth Social to announce the military operation against Houthi rebels in Yemen and warn Iran to cut ties with the group.
The Yemen health ministry confirmed the death of 20 people, and injuries among at least nine others. On the Huthi Ansarollah website, they condemned the strikes calling them a “US-British aggression” and “criminal brutality” by the Trump administration.
The Houthis had announced on Tuesday, their intentions to resume their campaign to obstruct shipping in the Red Sea and control world shipping traffic, until Israel lifted its blockade of aid to Palestinians.
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