U.S. Airstrikes in Yemen last year targeted the Iran-backed Houthi militia, showcasing how inexpensive drones and missiles can challenge U.S. Military power, according to NBC News. The attacks demonstrated the Houthi group's ability to resist advanced weaponry with limited resources.
Government forces in Yemen reported over 1,500 Houthi casualties in the past 24 hours, as they closed a key crossing between Houthi-controlled al-Houban and government-held Taiz city, per Al Jazeera. This move aims to disrupt Houthi supply lines and strengthen control over strategic areas.
U.S. Officials, including Trump’s top advisors, held a secret meeting at Camp David to discuss Iran and Yemen, considering military options while Saudi Arabia prepares for a potential Houthi assault, reports Samaa TV. Saudi Arabia is mobilizing 100,000 Yemeni troops to assist in retaking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical maritime route.
The conflict in Yemen has been ongoing since 2015, with Houthi rebels fighting government forces backed by a coalition led by Saudi Arabia. The war has caused widespread humanitarian crises, with millions facing food shortages and displacement. The U.S. Has supported Saudi-led operations, but recent strikes have raised questions about the effectiveness of military interventions in the region.
