American military strikes hit a mobile anti-ship cruise missile and an unmanned surface vehicle. This was reported by Reuters, citing the United States Central Command (CENTCOM).
According to the command, four anti-ship ballistic missiles were launched at the British commercial vessel MT Pollux, which was located in the Red Sea. The article notes that the missiles and the drone were launched from areas controlled by the Houthi movement (Ansar Allah) in Yemen.
There have been no reports of damage to MT Pollux or any other vessels in these areas, the article states.
Prior to this, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saria claimed that the Houthi forces had launched a rocket attack on the tanker Pollux.
On February 16, the United States imposed sanctions on the Houthi movement in Yemen. Its assets were frozen, and American citizens and companies were prohibited from conducting business with its members.
Earlier, the Houthis claimed responsibility for an attack on the American vessel Star Iris in the Red Sea.
[Additional Context]
The recent military strikes carried out by the United States in Yemen have targeted a mobile anti-ship cruise missile and an unmanned surface vehicle. The strikes were conducted against the British commercial vessel MT Pollux, which was situated in the Red Sea. The missiles and drone were launched from areas controlled by the Houthi movement (Ansar Allah) in Yemen.
Reports indicate that there have been no reports of any damage to MT Pollux or any other vessels in the area. However, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saria claimed responsibility for launching a rocket attack on the tanker Pollux.
These strikes come in the wake of the United States imposing sanctions on the Houthi movement on February 16. The sanctions include freezing their assets and prohibiting American citizens and companies from engaging in business with Houthi members.
It is important to note the ongoing conflict in Yemen, with the Houthi movement fighting against the internationally recognized government supported by a Saudi Arabia-led coalition. The situation in Yemen has been described as a humanitarian crisis, with millions of people suffering from food and medical shortages.
The United States’ involvement in the conflict has been a subject of controversy, with critics arguing that American military actions have only exacerbated the situation and led to civilian casualties. The strikes on the mobile anti-ship cruise missile and unmanned surface vehicle further highlight the complex dynamics and tensions in the region.
As the conflict in Yemen continues to escalate, it is crucial to closely monitor the actions and impact of all parties involved, including the United States, in order to fully understand the complexities and implications of this ongoing crisis.
