U.S. Launches Airstrikes Against Houthi Targets in Yemen with B-2 Stealth Bombers
The U.S. has conducted a series of airstrikes in Yemen targeting the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels using long-range B-2 stealth bombers. These operations included strikes on underground weapon storage facilities and bunkers, marking the first combat use of B-2 bombers since previous military engagements and signifying a strategic warning to Iran. The strikes were reportedly conducted with support from Australian air bases, emphasizing international cooperation in countering regional threats. In response, Houthi officials have vowed retaliation, signaling an escalation in the conflict.
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