Overview

• President Trump has ordered the deployment of more combat-equipped U.S. forces to the Middle East to counter Houthi threats in Yemen.
• The U.S. military has conducted daily airstrikes for four weeks, targeting Houthi weapons, leadership, and command centers using Navy ships, Air Force bombers, and drones.
• The Houthis, supported by Iran, continue attacks on U.S. warships in the Red Sea but have avoided targeting Chinese and Saudi vessels.
• The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on the International Bank of Yemen, freezing assets tied to its leadership for allegedly funding Houthi operations.
• President Trump reiterated the U.S. stance, warning the Houthis to cease attacks or face continued military action, while signaling Iran could face consequences if support persists.