President Trump announced airstrikes on Yemen's Sanaa in response to ongoing attacks by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels on maritime routes. The strikes aim to protect American shipping and assert navigational freedom, with Trump vowing to hold Iran accountable. Following the strikes, the Houthis reported civilian casualties, pledging retaliation. Trump's actions coincide with a recent communication to Iran about nuclear discussions, indicating tensions surrounding both maritime threats and Iran's nuclear ambitions. The conflict escalates against the backdrop of potential Houthi actions against Israeli vessels linked to regional hostilities.
"Our brave Warfighters are right now carrying out aerial attacks on the terrorists' bases, leaders, and missile defenses to protect American shipping, air, and naval assets..."
"No terrorist force will stop American commercial and naval vessels from freely sailing the Waterways of the World."
The Houthis reported a series of explosions in their territory Saturday evening... at least nine people were killed... and nine wounded."
Nasruddin Amer, deputy head of the Houthi media office, said the airstrikes won't deter them and they would retaliate against the U.S.
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