The recent US airstrikes on Yemen's Houthi rebels resulted in 33 deaths and 80 injuries, marking a significant escalation in military operations under President Trump. The strikes aimed to cripple the rebels' funding from illegal oil revenues, according to US Central Command. However, the attacks raised concerns over civilian casualties, with Houthi media reporting the deaths of paramedics and bystanders. This military action follows threats from the Houthis to target Israeli ships due to recent regional hostilities, reflecting a shift in US strategy toward more aggressive targeting of rebel leaders and urban areas.
On 9 April, the US state department issued a warning about oil shipments to Yemen, stating it would not tolerate any support to foreign terrorist organizations like the Houthis.
The US military's Central Command emphasized that strikes aim to deprive the Houthis of illegal revenue while ensuring the protection of Yemeni civilians.
Following Houthi threats to target Israeli ships, airstrikes have become more extensive under the Trump administration compared to previous operations under Biden.
Graphic footage aired by the Houthis showed the aftermath of US strikes, which reportedly resulted in numerous civilian casualties, sparking fires and explosions.
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