U.S. airstrikes in Yemen killed 31, escalating tensions with Huthi rebels. President Trump vowed to use “overwhelming lethal force” and demanded Iran halt support for the Huthis. Attacks targeted rebel-controlled Sanaa and other provinces amidst ongoing maritime threats linked to regional conflicts. Concerns for the humanitarian situation in Yemen persist as military actions continue.

On Sunday, the first United States airstrikes against the Huthi rebels in Yemen since President Donald Trump took office resulted in the deaths of at least 31 individuals, as reported by the rebels. These attacks, which targeted Sanaa and other provinces, were noted for causing significant casualties, including children, according to Anis Al-Asbahi, spokesperson for the Huthi health ministry. The strikes came amidst heightened tensions following Huthi assaults on maritime shipping linked to the Gaza conflict.

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) described the action as “precision strikes” aimed at safeguarding American interests and ensuring freedom of navigation. President Trump, through a social media post, emphasized the intent to employ “overwhelming lethal force” against the Huthis and demanded that Iran discontinue its support for the group. The Huthis warned of potential repercussions following the strikes, declaring their readiness to escalate conflict in retaliation.

In a broader context, the Huthi rebels have been part of a coalition of pro-Iran entities, frequently launching missile and drone attacks on commercial vessels. The Pentagon reported that there have been numerous assaults on U.S. warships and commercial vessels by the Huthis since the start of 2023. Meanwhile, the Palestinian group Hamas condemned the U.S. strikes as a violation of international law.

Despite a ceasefire and reduced aggression earlier this year, the Huthis announced intentions to resume attacks until a blockade affecting Gaza is lifted. Trump’s statements focused primarily on retribution for attacks on shipping, issuing a stark warning to the Huthis about the consequences of continued aggression against U.S. interests. The situation remains complex, as the U.S. and allied forces continue to engage in military action while advocating for stability in the region.

Since the capture of Sanaa in 2014, the war has led to severe humanitarian crises in Yemen, complicating any potential peace processes amidst ongoing skirmishes. The U.S. has classified the Huthi movement as a foreign terrorist organization, escalating narrative around defense and accountability in the region.

The recent U.S. military strikes in Yemen’s Huthi-held regions have underscored the tensions surrounding the ongoing conflict, exacerbated by Huthi attacks on maritime shipping linked to Israel and the Gaza conflict. President Trump’s vow to retaliate against Huthi aggression illustrates the intensifying geopolitical landscape. These developments pose significant humanitarian and strategic challenges within Yemen, prompting calls for a reassessment of foreign policy and conflict resolution strategies in the region.

Original Source: homenewshere.com

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