Explosions lit up Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah overnight as the U.S. launched airstrikes targeting Houthi-held areas, escalating tensions in a conflict now threatening one of the world’s busiest shipping corridors. 💥 Here’s what’s happening:
The Latest Strike Wave
Houthi-run Al-Masirah TV reported U.S. attacks on Zabid District late Monday, hours after the group claimed retaliation against the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier. The strikes also hit the Galaxy Leader, a cargo ship seized by Houthis in 2023, signaling a dramatic surge in military exchanges.
Tit-for-Tat Attacks Intensify
This weekend saw a rapid escalation: U.S. forces shot down 11 Houthi drones Sunday, while the group fired 18 missiles and drones at the Truman. ‘We’ll keep fighting until attacks stop,’ U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowed, framing the strikes as essential to protecting Red Sea trade routes.
Regional Impact & Global Ripples
The Houthis, who control much of Yemen, say their attacks protest Israel’s blockade of Gaza. ‘We won’t back down,’ the group warned, threatening further naval blockades in the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf until aid reaches Palestinians. 📉 Shipping companies now face rerouting delays, risking global supply chains.
Why It Matters for You
Beyond geopolitics, these clashes could hit everyday wallets—shipping disruptions might raise prices for goods from oil to electronics. 🌍 Students, travelers, and investors alike are watching: how will this volatility reshape Middle East dynamics? Stay tuned.
