Trump shows video of strike on Houthis

Former President Donald Trump recently shared a video on Truth Social showcasing a successful airstrike on Houthi rebels, accompanied by a bold statement: “They will never sink our ships again.” The footage, captured in black and white, depicted a group of rebels assembling before being obliterated by a massive blast, leaving behind nothing but a crater.

For the past 20 days, the Trump administration has been conducting daily airstrikes on the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in response to renewed threats against Israeli vessels. These threats emerged after Jerusalem halted humanitarian aid destined for the Gaza Strip. The Houthis’ aggressive actions included attacks on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier and several U.S. warships in the Red Sea.

Moreover, the rebel group has successfully shot down three U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drones since March 3. In response, the State Department imposed sanctions on individuals and entities supporting the Houthis. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz likened the group to terrorist organizations like al Qaeda and ISIS, highlighting their possession of advanced weaponry supplied by Iran.

In a recent message on Truth Social, Trump declared that the relentless airstrikes have severely weakened the Houthis. He warned that the strikes would continue until the rebels no longer pose a threat to maritime navigation. Trump offered the Houthis a clear choice: cease attacks on U.S. ships, and the strikes will cease in return. Otherwise, the repercussions for both the rebels and their Iranian sponsors will intensify.

The Houthi attacks escalated following the 2023 Hamas assaults on Israel, with security experts noting the selective targeting of Western vessels over Chinese or Saudi Arabian ships. Trump also issued a direct warning to Iran, suggesting that if the attacks persist, Washington will take action against Tehran.

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