US Launches B-2 Bomber Strikes Against Houthi Installations in Yemen
In a significant military operation, the United States has deployed B-2 stealth bombers to target Houthi rebel installations in Yemen. Announced by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on October 17, the strikes specifically aimed at five underground munitions depots used by the Houthi rebels, an Iranian-backed group that has been increasingly aggressive in the region. Austin emphasized that these facilities had been utilized to launch attacks against civilian and military vessels, thereby threatening regional stability.
This operation marks the first known use of B-2 bombers in the ongoing conflict against the Houthis, showcasing the US's advanced military capabilities and its commitment to addressing threats posed by the group. Austin described the B-2's deployment as an
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