US, British forces launch airstrikes on Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels, targeting weapons systems and bases
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U.S. and British Forces Strike Houthi Rebels in Yemen U.S. and British militaries have launched a series of airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, targeting over a dozen military bases and weapons systems. Fighter jets and naval vessels conducted strikes on five key locations, including the airport in Hodeida and the Katheib area, which hosts a Houthi military base. These strikes come after the Houthis claimed responsibility for shooting down a U.S. military drone and targeting American warships in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The strikes were also prompted by Houthi threats to escalate military operations against Israel, increasing tensions in the region. In retaliation, Israel recently attacked Houthi-controlled ports and power plants after a missile was aimed at Prime Minister Netanyahu's plane. The Houthis have launched over 80 missile and drone attacks against merchant vessels since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war.