In a late-night escalation, a U.S.-UK naval coalition reportedly struck Yemen’s Hodeidah airport, held by Houthi rebels, according to Houthi-run media. Residents described explosions lighting up the sky, though no casualties have been confirmed. The coalition has yet to comment on the alleged strikes. 💥
Context Behind the Clashes
Tensions have simmered since November 2023, when Houthi forces began targeting ships in the Red Sea linked to Israel, claiming solidarity with Palestinians. The U.S. and UK have responded with periodic strikes, turning the region into a geopolitical pressure cooker. 🚢⚔️
A Cycle of Strikes and Counterstrikes
This latest move follows a Houthi claim of launching a hypersonic missile toward Tel Aviv—Israel has not acknowledged the attack. In July, a Houthi drone strike in Tel Aviv reportedly killed one person, per Israeli media. The airport itself has been inactive since 2014, when Houthis seized control of northern Yemen. 🔄
What’s Next?
With both sides digging in, analysts warn of a prolonged standoff. For now, global shipping routes remain tense, and residents in Hodeidah brace for more uncertainty. 🌍🔍
