US President Donald Trump ordered a military strike against Houthi rebels in Yemen, killing at least 31 people and injuring over 100, according to the Houthi-run health ministry. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, vowed to use “overwhelming lethal force” until the Houthis cease their attacks on American and allied ships in the Red Sea.
Iran, the Houthis’ main backer, condemned the strikes, with its Foreign Minister stating the US has “no authority to dictate Iranian foreign policy.” The attacks targeted Houthi military sites in Sanaa, Saada, and Taiz, causing widespread power outages.
Trump warned Iran to end support for the Houthis or face consequences. The strikes mark the beginning of a sustained campaign, with further actions planned in the coming weeks. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed that continued Houthi aggression “will not be tolerated.”
