"US Strikes Houthi UAVs and Control Station in Yemen"

The US military conducted a "self-defense" strike against Houthi unmanned aerial vehicles and a ground control station in Yemen, citing an imminent threat to merchant and navy vessels in the region. This action is part of efforts to protect international waters and prevent Iran-backed Houthi militants from attacking vital shipping lanes. Earlier this month, the US announced it would classify the Yemeni rebel group as a terrorist organization to restrict their access to financial support, with a 30-day delay to minimize impact on aid and commercial goods to Yemeni civilians.