Yemen's Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, claimed responsibility on Monday, 17th March, for attacking a U.S. aircraft carrier group twice in less than 24 hours. The attacks were said to be retaliation for U.S. strikes on their positions. In a televised statement on March 18, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea alleged that the group launched a third attack on the USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea, though he provided no evidence. He also mentioned targeting a U.S. destroyer and warned that the Houthis would continue attacking U.S. and allied ships in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea until what they called "aggression" against Yemen stopped. Meanwhile, The U.S. has pledged to continue airstrikes against Houthi forces. President Donald Trump warned that America would use “overwhelming lethal force” if the attacks on shipping continue. Since November 2023, the Houthis have repeatedly targeted Israel and international shipping as part of their support for Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas conflict. This has prompted retaliatory airstrikes from the U.S., Britain, and Israel. Watch video for more details.
18 March,2025 01:03 PM IST
U.S. Central Command confirmed on March 16 that American forces are continuing operations against Yemen's Houthi group. Washington has vowed to keep striking until the Houthis stop attacking shipping. A video released by the U.S. military shows fighter jets taking off from an undisclosed location, though Reuters could not verify the video's date or location. On March 17, Houthi-affiliated Al Masirah TV reported that the U.S. launched two airstrikes on Hodeidah. In response, the Houthis warned they might escalate their attacks in retaliation for the U.S. airstrikes on March 15. President Trump announced a "decisive and powerful" military response against the Houthis on March 15, accusing them of piracy, violence, and terrorism targeting American assets. Trump said, "I’ve ordered the U.S. Military to take decisive action against the Houthi terrorists in Yemen, who have waged an unrelenting campaign of piracy, violence, and terrorism against American and other ships, aircraft, and drones." Trump also emphasized that the U.S. would use "overwhelming lethal force" against the Houthis, citing their actions as harmful to global trade by choking transportation routes like the Suez Canal, the Red Sea, and the Gulf of Aden, and violating the principle of Freedom of Navigation. These airstrikes, which the Houthi-run health ministry claims killed at least 53 people, are the largest U.S. military operation in the Middle East since Trump took office. A U.S. official said the campaign could last for weeks. The Houthis, who have controlled much of Yemen for years, have launched numerous attacks on shipping since the Israel-Hamas conflict began in late 2023, citing support for Palestinians in Gaza.
17 March,2025 01:10 PM IST
On March 15, President Donald Trump ordered military strikes against Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi rebels after they attacked American vessels. The airstrikes, which hit the Houthi-controlled city of Saada, caused significant destruction, with buildings destroyed and many people injured. According to the Houthi-run health ministry, at least 31 people were killed in the attack. Trump issued a stern warning on Truth Social, saying, "Houthi attack on American vessels will not be tolerated." He also threatened that "hell will rain down" if the Houthis continue their attacks on Red Sea shipping. Trump also urged Iran, which backs the Houthis, to stop supporting the group immediately. In response, Iran's Revolutionary Guard commander stated that the Houthis are independent and capable of making their own decisions. This strike marks the largest US military action in the Middle East since Trump took office. Additionally, the US has recently increased sanctions on Tehran in an effort to push Iran to negotiate over its nuclear program.
17 March,2025 10:59 AM IST
In a shocking turn of events, Indian national Nimisha Priya has been handed a death sentence in Yemen, after allegedly being convicted of killing her Yemeni business partner. Nimisha, a trained nurse, had been working in private hospitals in Yemen for several years before the incident. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Tuesday that it is fully aware of the death sentence and has assured that the Indian government is providing all possible assistance in this matter. However, the circumstances surrounding the case have taken a dramatic twist, with new revelations shedding light on a tale of manipulation, harassment, and torture.According to reports, Nimisha's mother has come forward with a different version of events, revealing the turmoil her daughter endured in Yemen.
02 January,2025 04:00 PM IST
Holding a major protest against Israel, Yemenis held a massive rally against Israel’s aggression in Sanaa on November 29. Protesters wielded weapons in their hands as they raised slogan against Israel. Protesters refuse to “retreat until the aggression against Gaza, Lebanon and Syria stops”. Yemenis held rally after claims of Israel violating ceasefire on November 28 in southern Lebanon. Angered by the violation from Israeli side, Gaza and Hezbollah supporters demonstrated their protest. Ceasefire between the two parties was mediated by the US and France on November 27. Fragility of the agreement is evident since then, as both parties accused each other of the violation. Notably, Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, said Israel would maintain an ability to strike southern Lebanon under any agreement. “Will respond forcefully to any violations”, Israeli PM Netanyahu reiterated the same.
30 November,2024 05:46 PM IST
On September 30, Israeli forces released video footage showcasing F-35 fighter jets conducting airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen. This follows a series of airstrikes on September 19, where Israel targeted both Iran-backed Houthi positions and Hezbollah in Lebanon. The Houthi-run Health Ministry reported that these airstrikes in Hodeidah resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals. This escalation indicates Israel's intensified military operations against groups it designates as threats, including Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis. The conflict highlights the ongoing tensions in the region, as Israel seeks to counter perceived threats from these Iran-aligned groups, underscoring the broader geopolitical complexities and security challenges in the Middle East.
30 September,2024 04:56 PM IST
On September 15, 2024, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that Yemen launched surface-to-surface missiles into Central Israel. This missile attack followed a warning siren from Israel. This incident came after Israel had struck Yemen's Al Hudaydah port in retaliation for over 200 missiles and drones fired by the Houthis since October. Earlier, in July, the Iran-aligned Houthis fired a drone at Tel Aviv, killing one person and injuring four others. Israel responded with a major air strike on Houthi targets in Yemen, resulting in at least three deaths and 87 injuries. The situation in West Asia has worsened, with Houthis and Hezbollah getting involved in the ongoing conflict involving Israel and Hamas. Watch video for more.
15 September,2024 04:21 PM IST
The US and UK Armed Forces conducted strikes against 18 Houthi targets in Yemen. The attacks were backed by several Western nations including Australia, Canada, Denmark, New Zealand. The strikes targeted areas used by the Houthis to attack international merchant vessels and naval ships in the region. For months, Houthi attack have been disrupting aid bound for Yemen harming Middle Eastern economies. Meanwhile, Houthi military on February 25 said that they targeted an American oil tanker in Gulf of Aden. Houthi Military spokesperson Yahya Sarea said their navy targeted the US-flagged, owned commercial ship, MV Torm Thor. Britain also released a video of Typhoon fighter jets and Voyager tanker aircraft in operation for joint military action against Houthis. The US and Britain have re-designated the Houthis as a terrorist group, after they began targeting commercial vessels.
25 February,2024 05:00 PM IST
The Indian Navy on January 27 doused the fire on Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker Marlin Luanda. The vessel was struck by a Houthi anti-ship missile in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Navy responded quickly. According to Reuters, the tanker was on fire but no deaths or injuries were reported after the vessel was hit. Indian Navy’s guided missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam deployed in Gulf of Aden responded to the distress call. The vessel had 22 Indian and 1 Bangladeshi crew onboard. Based on request, the firefighting team comprising 10 Indian Naval personnel embarked the vessel in early hours. Notably, Yemen’s Houthi militants have launched waves of exploding drones and missiles at vessels post Israel’s attack in Gaza.
28 January,2024 11:37 AM IST
Tensions simmer in Red Sea as Yemen-backed Houthis continue to attack commercial ships, affecting international trade. On January 10, Houthi rebels launched 18 drones over southern Red Sea, according to the US military’s Central Command, reported Al Jazeera. The Houthi rebels, who are an Iran-aligned group, started the strikes in retaliation for Israel’s Gaza conflict. Meanwhile, EAM Dr S Jaishankar on Jan 13 highlighted the ongoing challenges in Red Sea region. The External Affairs Minister raised concern over continuous missiles firing, causing damage to ships by Houthi rebels. Also, US carried out fresh strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen amid escalating tensions in Red Sea, CNN reported. These strikes followed a coordinated attack on approximately 30 Houthi locations the day before. Earlier, US Secy Antony Blinken held a telephonic conversation with EAM Jaishankar on January 11. Both leaders discussed recent attacks on merchant ships by Houthis in the Red Sea, informed State Dept spox Matthew Miller.
16 January,2024 03:52 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
