Another day, another flashpoint in the Red Sea.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim they’ve fired two waves of missiles and drones at the USS Harry S.
Truman in retaliation for U.S. airstrikes that killed at least 53 people.
Washington, however, isn’t flinching—vowing “overwhelming lethal force” until the attacks on shipping stop.
The Houthis, backed by Iran, have been targeting Red Sea vessels for months, citing solidarity with Gaza.
A Challenge To US Military?
But their latest strikes mark a direct challenge to American military power.
A Houthi spokesperson warned, “Escalation will be met with escalation.”
The U.S. seems to agree—Trump has now warned Iran to stay out of it, threatening serious consequences.
Meanwhile, the aftermath of U.S. airstrikes is grim.
Footage from Yemen shows smoldering buildings and frantic rescue efforts.
Houthi officials claim many casualties were women and children, though independent verification is scarce.
As tensions spiral, global powers are watching closely.
China is urging dialogue, but with $1 trillion in trade passing through these waters, patience is wearing thin.
One thing is clear: this isn’t just a regional dispute anymore—it’s a high-stakes showdown with global consequences.
