(ProsperNews.net) – The Houthi terrorist organization carried out a massive, coordinated assault against U.S. warships navigating the Bab el Mandeb strait, a critical maritime chokepoint connecting the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. The Pentagon confirmed the attack on Tuesday, revealing that the Iranian-backed group deployed an array of advanced weaponry in the operation.
Pentagon press secretary Air Force Major Gen. Pat Ryder detailed the assault, which targeted the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers USS Stockdale and USS Spruance. The Houthis launched eight one-way uncrewed aerial systems, five anti-ship ballistic missiles, and three anti-ship cruise missiles. Despite the intensity of the attack, Ryder confirmed that the U.S. warships successfully neutralized all threats, preventing any damage or injuries. This decisive defense marked a significant demonstration of the Navy’s readiness.
The attack followed U.S. precision airstrikes conducted over the weekend on Houthi facilities in Yemen. These facilities were identified as critical hubs for advanced weaponry, including missiles and drones intended to target vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. “These facilities housed a variety of advanced conventional weapons used by the Iran-backed Houthis to target U.S. and international military and civilian vessels navigating international waters,” Ryder said, highlighting the strategic importance of these preemptive strikes. The operation involved assets like F-35C fighter jets, underscoring the level of U.S. commitment to countering such threats.
The Houthis claimed they had targeted the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier along with the two destroyers, boasting that their attacks were successful. However, U.S. officials dismissed these assertions as baseless, stating there was no evidence to support such claims. The group’s unsubstantiated declarations reflect a pattern of propaganda frequently associated with Iran-backed proxies.
This attack highlights the escalating tensions in the region, particularly the strategic significance of the Bab el Mandeb strait, through which a substantial portion of the world’s maritime trade passes. The Houthis’ use of Iranian-supplied resources amplifies the regional threat to global commerce and navigation. The swift and effective response from the U.S. Navy underscores the military’s vigilance and capability in countering such provocations.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the volatility in the region and the persistent threat posed by Iran-backed terrorist groups to international security and freedom of navigation.
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