– Houthi rebels casualties in US-British airstrikes in Yemen
– Fatalities and injuries in joint airstrikes on Houthi rebels.
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In a recent development, joint British-U.S. airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels have resulted in casualties. The rebels reported that at least 16 people were killed and 35 others were wounded in the airstrikes. This marks the highest publicly acknowledged death toll from the multiple rounds of strikes carried out over the rebels’ attacks on shipping.
Details of the Airstrikes
According to three U.S. officials who spoke on condition of anonymity, the airstrikes on Thursday targeted a wide range of underground facilities, missile launchers, command and control sites, a Houthi vessel, and other key facilities. The strikes were in response to a recent surge in attacks by the Iran-backed militia group on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
The U.S. F/A-18 fighter jets involved in the strikes launched from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier in the Red Sea, with other U.S. warships in the region also participating in the operation.
Impact of the Strikes
The Houthis focused on one particular strike that hit a building housing Hodeida Radio and civilian homes in the port city on the Red Sea. Images aired by their Al Masirah satellite news channel showed the aftermath of the strike, with injured individuals receiving medical assistance.
While the Houthis claimed that all those killed and injured in Hodeida were civilians, this information could not be immediately verified. The rebel force in Yemen includes fighters who do not always wear uniforms, making it challenging to distinguish between civilians and combatants.
Response from Houthi Spokesperson
Houthi spokesperson Mohammed Abdulsalam condemned the airstrikes as a “brutal aggression against Yemen” in response to the country’s support for Gaza in the ongoing conflict with Israel. The spokesperson expressed outrage at the perceived punishment inflicted on Yemen for its stance on the Israel-Hamas war.
British and U.S. Involvement
The United Kingdom’s Defense Ministry confirmed that Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s conducted strikes on targets in Hodeida and Ghulayfiqah. The strikes targeted buildings housing drone ground control facilities and providing storage for long-range drones, as well as surface-to-air weapons.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stated that the strikes were carried out in self-defense against the ongoing threat posed by the Houthis. Both the U.S. and the U.K. have been conducting airstrikes against the Houthis since January, with the U.S. launching additional strikes in recent months.
Escalation of Attacks
The Houthis have escalated their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, demanding an end to the war in Gaza. Their actions have resulted in multiple attacks on ships, casualties among sailors, and disruptions to maritime trade routes in the region.
Recent incidents, including the attack on a ship carrying grain to Iran, highlight the growing tensions and challenges posed by the Houthi rebels in the region.
Conclusion
The airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels have sparked international concern over the escalating conflict in the region. The ongoing violence and attacks on shipping continue to threaten stability and security in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned to reliable news sources for the latest information.
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Houthi rebels, US-British airstrikes, Yemen.
