"Escalating Tensions: US Responds to Houthi Attacks in Yemen with New Strikes and Missile Defense"

The US and its allies, including the UK, carried out new strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen in response to continued attacks on commercial and naval vessels in the Red Sea. The strikes targeted 18 locations, aiming to disrupt Houthi capabilities and protect global trade and regional stability. The US emphasized the need to prevent the conflict from spreading and described its actions as de-escalatory, but concerns remain about the effectiveness and long-term goals of the strategy.