UK, US forces strike Houthi targets in Yemen

British and U.S. forces carried out a joint airstrike targeting Houthi military facilities in Yemen, specifically buildings used for drone manufacturing that threatened international shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The operation, conducted after dark to minimize civilian risk, followed the Houthis' campaign against maritime traffic since November 2023 and ongoing rocket attacks against Israel. UK and US officials emphasized that careful intelligence and planning aimed to prevent civilian casualties, and all participating aircraft returned safely. The strikes come amid heightened military activity in Yemen, where recent U.S. actions have prompted scrutiny over collateral damage, particularly after reports of a deadly strike at a migrant detention center. These developments underscore the ongoing challenges and humanitarian concerns in the region as international forces seek to secure vital shipping lanes while limiting civilian harm.