Yemen's Houthi armed forces claimed they shot down a U.S. MQ-9 drone over Marib province early this week using a locally made missile—their 16th such strike since October 2023. The group’s spokesperson, Yahya Sarea, doubled down on their anti-Israel stance, vowing to continue targeting "enemy warships" until Gaza’s siege ends. 💥
US Strikes Back, Civilians Caught in Crossfire 🎯
Meanwhile, the U.S. has ramped up airstrikes in Houthi-controlled areas to protect shipping lanes. On Monday, fresh attacks killed two and injured a child in Hajjah province, per local reports. Despite global pressure, the Houthis remain defiant, framing their actions as solidarity with Gaza. 🕊️⚔️
