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21 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza; Criticism Grows on War Handling Back Home

U.S. and UK Launch New Strikes on Yemen's Houthis in Response to Red Sea Attacks

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Jan 23, 2024, 02:54 pm IST
21 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza; Criticism Grows on War Handling Back Home

21 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza; Criticism Grows on War Handling Back Home

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In a joint effort, the United States and Britain carried out a second round of military strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels. The action was prompted by ongoing attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. The first wave of strikes occurred earlier in the month, targeting the Iran-backed rebel group. The United States, along with other supporting countries, stated that these latest precision strikes aimed to disrupt and degrade the Houthis’ capabilities to threaten global trade and maritime safety.

Targets and Objectives

The strikes focused on eight Houthi targets in Yemen, specifically an underground storage site and locations linked to the rebels’ missile and air surveillance capabilities. The goal was to neutralize the threat posed by the Houthis to international and commercial shipping, emphasizing the rebels’ “illegal, dangerous, and destabilizing” actions since the previous joint military intervention.

Military Operations and Precision

The strikes involved a combination of precision-guided munitions from American and British aircraft, as well as Tomahawk cruise missiles. Officials emphasized that the targeting was specific and deliberate, aimed at disrupting the weapons systems used by the Houthis to attack maritime vessels in the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab, and the Gulf of Aden. There were no reported concerns about civilian casualties at the targeted sites.

Houthi Response and Claimed Attack on U.S. Military Ship

In response to the strikes, Houthi rebels claimed they fired on a U.S. military cargo ship off the coast of Yemen. However, a U.S. defense official stated that there was no evidence supporting this claim, considering it untrue. The rebels vowed to respond to any attacks on Yemen and continue preventing Israeli ships from crossing the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden until the end of the conflict in Gaza.

Background and Regional Tensions

The conflict in Yemen is part of a broader crisis in the Middle East, linked to the Israel-Hamas war. Tensions across the region have escalated, raising concerns about a broader war involving Iran. The Houthis began targeting Red Sea shipping in November, citing support for Palestinians in Gaza. The United States, alongside military actions, is applying diplomatic and financial pressure on the Houthis, re-designating them as a “terrorist” entity last week.

Ongoing Israel-Hamas Conflict

The recent round of the Israel-Hamas conflict started after an unprecedented October attack by the Palestinian militant group, resulting in casualties on both sides. The conflict has led to widespread anger and violence involving Iran-backed groups in Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. The situation remains complex, with various geopolitical factors influencing the dynamics in the region.

Tags: Israel Hamas ConflictYemenRed SeaHouthi rebelsYemen's Houthi RebelsRed Sea AttacksYemen's Houthis
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