Overview

• The U.S. launched airstrikes over the weekend targeting Houthi leadership and missile sites in Yemen, resulting in at least 53 deaths, according to Houthi sources.
• President Trump declared that any Houthi attacks would be treated as direct actions by Iran, with Tehran facing severe repercussions.
• The Houthis retaliated with missile and drone strikes on U.S. naval assets, but all attacks failed to reach their targets.
• The U.S. military campaign is part of a broader strategy to counter Iran's influence and pressure Tehran over its nuclear program.
• Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping routes have disrupted global trade, forcing vessels to reroute and increasing shipping costs.