A coalition led by the U.S. and U.K. conducted new strikes on the Houthis in Yemen in response to the group’s continued attacks on commercial and naval vessels. The strikes were targeted at 18 locations, including underground weapons storage facilities, missile storage facilities, and air defense systems. The Houthis’ attacks on commercial and naval vessels since mid-November reportedly pose a threat to the global economy and regional security. The U.S. Defense Secretary, Lloyd Austin, warned the Houthis to cease their illegal attacks that cause environmental damage and disrupt humanitarian aid. The U.S. has portrayed its strikes in Yemen as de-escalatory and is aiming to prevent the conflict from spreading in the region.
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