Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for attacking a U.S. aircraft carrier group in the Red Sea. This assertion follows U.S. airstrikes that reportedly resulted in the deaths of senior Houthi leaders, including women and children. ​The Times of Israel+2Malay Mail+2The Sun+2
The U.S. Department of Defense has not confirmed the Houthi claims regarding the attack on the aircraft carrier. The recent U.S. airstrikes targeted Houthi positions in Yemen, aiming to prevent assaults on military and commercial vessels in the region. These strikes resulted in at least 53 fatalities and nearly 100 injuries, according to the Houthi health ministry. ​AP News+1Malay Mail+1
In retaliation, Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi has threatened to target U.S. naval ships in the Red Sea. The group has previously disrupted global trade through attacks in this strategic shipping route. ​The Sun+3Reuters+3AP News+3
The United States has stated its intention to continue targeting the Houthis until they cease attacks on shipping lanes. U.S. officials hold Iran accountable for supporting the rebels, a claim Iran denies. ​Newsweek+4Reuters+4AP News+4AP News
The United Nations has expressed concern over the escalating conflict, highlighting Yemen’s severe humanitarian crisis and urging all parties to exercise restraint to prevent further destabilization. ​AP News
Escalating Tensions Between U.S. and Houthi Rebels in Yemen
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