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U.S. Strikes in Yemen Spark Houthi Retaliation and Tensions

3/23/2025

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On March 23, U.S. naval forces launched airstrikes on Hodeidah airport and the Majzar district in Yemen, heightening the conflict with Iran-backed Houthi rebels. In response, the Houthis unleashed drone assaults on U.S. warships and missile strikes targeting Israel. President Trump issued a stern warning of dire repercussions if the Houthi aggression persisted.

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On March 23, U.S. naval forces launched airstrikes on Hodeidah airport and the Majzar district in Yemen, heightening the conflict with Iran-backed Houthi rebels. In response, the Houthis unleashed drone assaults on U.S. warships and missile strikes targeting Israel. President Trump issued a stern warning of dire repercussions if the Houthi aggression persisted.