Trump Authorizes New Military Strikes in Yemen: US Escalates Action
The ongoing military escalation by the United States against Yemen has raised significant concerns, especially following President Donald Trump’s declaration to eliminate the Ansarallah popular resistance movement. This group has played a crucial role in countering the aggression of the Israeli regime, which is Washington’s closest ally. Recent reports highlight a series of American airstrikes targeting Yemeni cities, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation.
According to Press TV, on Thursday, American warplanes intensified their operations by launching new bombing campaigns in Yemen’s port city of al-Hudaydah and the northwestern city of Sa’ada. This escalation came shortly after President Trump made a bold statement on his Truth Social media platform, asserting, “They will be completely annihilated!” in reference to Ansarallah.
The situation escalated further when the Israeli regime reported missile alerts across the Shfela region and the holy city of al-Quds, along with surrounding areas. Resistance media outlets indicated that sirens were activated in large areas of the occupied territories, from al-Quds to the metropolitan center of Tel Aviv.
This recent tension follows a directive from Yemen’s Armed Forces to renew their anti-Israeli operations, as ordered by Ansarallah’s leader, Abdul-Malik al-Houthi. In a decisive move, Houthi had given the Israeli regime a four-day ultimatum to open the Gaza Strip’s crossings, allowing crucial humanitarian aid into the besieged territory. However, as Tel Aviv failed to meet this deadline, the Armed Forces reinstated a ban on Israeli and Israeli-affiliated vessels from navigating key waterways off Yemen’s coast.
On Saturday, President Trump issued an executive order to deploy “overwhelming lethal force” against Yemen. Notably, he refrained from addressing the Israeli regime or Yemen’s anti-Israeli military actions, instead accusing Sana’a of disrupting international navigation. Yemeni officials have consistently maintained that their military operations target only Israeli interests.
During the weekend, the humanitarian situation deteriorated sharply, with reports indicating that at least 53 Yemeni civilians, including women and children, lost their lives due to American airstrikes targeting civilian sites across Yemen. This stark reality contrasts with Trump’s claims that the U.S. military actions were focused solely on Ansarallah.
- Key Events:
- U.S. airstrikes on Yemen’s al-Hudaydah and Sa’ada.
- Trump’s declaration of intent to annihilate Ansarallah.
- Missile alerts reported in Israel, including al-Quds and Tel Aviv.
- Houthi’s ultimatum to Israel regarding Gaza aid crossings.
- Renewed ban on Israeli vessels in Yemeni waters.
The situation in Yemen remains critical as the conflict escalates. The U.S. military’s involvement, coupled with the humanitarian crisis resulting from ongoing airstrikes, presents a complex scenario that continues to evolve. Reports from various human rights organizations have condemned the bombings, emphasizing the need for immediate humanitarian assistance and a ceasefire to protect civilian lives.
In summary, the recent actions by the United States and its implications for Yemen and the broader Middle East region are profound. The interplay between military operations and humanitarian crises demands urgent attention from global leaders and organizations.
As the conflict continues to unfold, the international community must advocate for peace and support efforts to alleviate the suffering of the Yemeni people, who have borne the brunt of this protracted crisis.
