Yemen : New US Airstrikes Target Houthi Positions Around Hodeidah
In a significant escalation of military activity, the United States has launched new airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen. Among the sites hit was the Al-Ahly Club building in the Mina Directorate of Hodeidah, a region already grappling with the devastating effects of prolonged conflict.
The strikes reportedly aimed to weaken Houthi positions and disrupt their operations in the area. According to reports, the attacks have resulted in casualties, including civilians, and have further exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the region. The Houthis have condemned the airstrikes, labeling them as war crimes and vowing to retaliate.
This development comes amidst heightened tensions in the region, with the Houthis threatening to escalate their attacks on international shipping routes if the strikes continue. The situation underscores the fragile state of peace and security in Yemen, as well as the broader geopolitical implications of the ongoing conflict.
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