US and Britain launched strikes against 36 Houthi targets in Yemen on Saturday. Washington: The United States plans to undertake further strikes after the killing of three US troops by Iranian-backed militias last weekend, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday. “We intend to take additional strikes, and additional action, to continue … Read more
The Houthis began striking Red Sea shipping in November. (Representational) Washington: Yemen’s Huthi rebels launched missiles at ships in the Red Sea on Wednesday, but two were intercepted and the third missed, the White House said. US and British forces carried out two rounds of joint strikes aimed at reducing the Huthis’ ability to target … Read more
President Joe Biden said Thursday that US and British forces had launched air strikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen in “defensive action” after attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. In a statement, Biden said he “will not hesitate” to order further military action if needed. Air strikes hit a number of cities in … Read more
It comes after President Biden’s administration is considering direct strikes on the rebels. Washington: Twelve nations led by the United States on Wednesday jointly warned Yemen’s Houthi rebels of unspecified consequences unless they halt attacks on Red Sea shipping vessels. “Let our message now be clear: we call for the immediate end of these illegal … Read more