The U.S. military has launched an extensive air campaign named Operation Rough Rider in Yemen, targeting over 800 sites associated with the Houthi militia within six weeks. The strikes aim to dismantle critical military assets including command centers, defense systems, and arms manufacturing locations. The operation has raised significant costs, exceeding $1 billion, and is part of a broader conflict impacted by regional hostilities including support for Hamas amid ongoing tensions in Gaza. The campaign reflects strategic U.S. responses to increasing Houthi threats in the Red Sea area.
American forces have conducted over 800 airstrikes in Yemen as part of their ongoing campaign against the Houthi militia, aiming to neutralize their advanced weaponry and command centers.
The U.S. military reported on the significant expenditure of the Yemen air campaign, noting it has cost over $1 billion and has raised concerns among military planners about the rate of munitions used.
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