U.S. Intensifies Airstrikes in Yemen Following Houthi Missile Attack Near Israeli Airport

U.S. Intensifies Airstrikes in Yemen Following Houthi Missile Attack Near Israeli Airport

The ongoing conflict in Yemen escalated significantly this week as the United States launched a fresh series of airstrikes in response to the Iran-backed Houthi group. This military action comes after the Houthis claimed responsibility for a missile attack that landed perilously close to Israel’s main airport on Sunday. The situation has raised concerns about regional stability and the implications for air travel security.

According to reports from Yemen’s Houthi-controlled state media, the airstrikes, described as “American aggression,” targeted multiple locations in the capital city of Sanaa on Monday. The attacks resulted in at least sixteen injuries among civilians, underlining the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the area.

U.S. Military Engagement: A Sustained Campaign

Since March 15, U.S. Central Command, commonly referred to as USCENTCOM, has been executing a concentrated military campaign aimed at dismantling the Houthi faction’s operational capabilities. A spokesperson for USCENTCOM stated on Monday that this operation seeks to restore freedom of navigation and reinforce American deterrence in the region.

USCENTCOM noted that the campaign would continue to escalate until the Houthi capabilities are significantly degraded. The spokesperson emphasized that they would persist in applying pressure in order to thwart any threats posed by the Houthis against maritime traffic and regional stability.

Houthi Threats Intensify Against Israel

Earlier on the same day, the Houthis asserted their commitment to continuing missile assaults on Israeli airports. These claims followed an incident where the missile attack temporarily halted flights and commuter traffic affecting major international travel routes linked to Israel. The Houthis issued a stern warning to airlines, declaring an intention to conduct