In a recent operation, US aircraft launched precision strikes on underground facilities in Yemen, marking a significant escalation in the conflict with the Houthi rebels.
On Friday night, US fighter jets launched airstrikes on three underground storage facilities in areas of Yemen controlled by the Houthi rebels. These strikes were conducted by aircraft from the USS Dwight D Eisenhower, positioned in the Red Sea. The operation led to visible explosions and smoke over the capital city of Sanaa, as depicted in videos shared on social media. This development is part of the ongoing conflict involving the Houthi rebels, who are backed by Iran and have seized control over significant portions of Yemen. The Houthis have been involved in drone and missile attacks targeting Red Sea shipping, reported as attempts to influence Israel’s military engagements in the Gaza Strip against Hamas.
There has been no official announcement concerning casualties or the direct source of the explosions in Sanaa. However, Al-Masirah, a Yemeni TV station aligned with the Houthi movement, has acknowledged the airstrikes hitting the city. This incident marks a continuation of the US-led military activities in the region, aimed at countering the Houthi insurgency, amid a broader context of regional tensions and conflicts. The situation remains dynamic, with further details on the impact and potential repercussions of these strikes yet to emerge.