US Military Escalation Against Houthis Targets Leaders and Weapon Stockpiles
The US military actions reflect a fundamental shift in its strategy in Yemen, now targeting Houthi leaders and vital facilities rather than just launch sites
March 30, 2025, 8:15 pm

US Military Escalation Against Houthis Targets Leaders and Weapon Stockpiles

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Houthi media sources reported on Sunday that US air forces carried out 18 airstrikes on various areas in Yemen, targeting sites of strategic importance to the group.

According to the reports, US aircraft launched three strikes on the Saqin area east of Saada city, where a Houthi leadership meeting was taking place, resulting in casualties. This targeting of military meetings marks a significant development in the nature of US strikes, now seemingly focused on directly targeting Houthi decision-making centers.

Additionally, sources from "Al Arabiya" and "Al Hadath" stated that four US airstrikes targeted Houthi sites in Sanhan, southeast of Sana’a, focusing on the group's weapons storage facilities. These strikes show that Washington is now prioritizing operations against Houthi military infrastructure, not just launch platforms.

In a related development, Houthi media reported that US aircraft carried out two strikes on Bani Maaz in Sahar, west of Saada, followed by three additional strikes targeting Jabal Nabi Shuayb in Bani Matar, west of Sana'a. The continued targeting of various sites indicates an intensification of US pressure on the group, potentially leading to a military response from the Houthis.

The United States has ramped up its air operations against Houthi strongholds since March 15, based on directives from President Donald Trump. The US Central Command confirmed that the goal is to protect American interests and ensure the safety of maritime navigation. Trump justified this move as a response to Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, a surge that has raised widespread international concern.

According to an investigation by the Associated Press, the US strategy toward the Houthis has undergone a significant transformation during Trump's presidency, with operations becoming more precise and comprehensive, now targeting key leaders and weapon production centers, in stark contrast to the previous president Joe Biden’s policy, which focused solely on launch sites.

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz stated that the latest US strikes resulted in the assassination of prominent Houthi figures, including the group's chief missile expert, as well as attacks on vital facilities such as communications centers, weapons factories, and marine drones. This escalation signals a clear US intent to severely weaken the Houthis' combat capabilities.

Satellite images have shown that the US military deployed four B-2 strategic stealth bombers at Diego Garcia airbase in the Indian Ocean, alongside sending the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier to the Middle East to reinforce military operations against the Houthis. These moves reflect a US readiness for a prolonged engagement, potentially altering the balance of the conflict in Yemen.

These actions appear to be part of a broader strategy aimed at exerting direct military pressure on the Houthis, a strategy confirmed by Trump’s statement: "They will pay a heavy price for their attacks."

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