Mon Mar 31 16:13:58 UTC 2025: ## US Airstrikes in Yemen Kill at Least Three, Escalate Conflict
**Dubai, March 31, 2025** – Suspected US airstrikes targeted areas around Yemen’s rebel-held capital, Sanaa, and Hajjah governorate overnight, resulting in at least three deaths and twelve injuries, according to Houthi rebels. The strikes, which followed a particularly intense night of bombing on Friday, mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Al-Masirah, the Houthi satellite news channel, showed footage of damage in Sanaa, though the specific targets remain undisclosed, suggesting potential military or intelligence significance. One fatality was reported in Sanaa, while a separate strike on a pickup truck in Hajjah killed two and injured a child. This is the first publicly confirmed instance of the US targeting a vehicle in this campaign.
An Associated Press review indicates that the current US operation under President Trump is more extensive than previous actions under President Biden, extending beyond targeting launch sites to include high-ranking personnel and urban areas. The Houthi rebels claim the airstrikes, which began March 15th, have now killed at least 61 people.
The escalated US action follows Houthi threats to resume targeting “Israeli” ships in response to Israel’s blockade of aid to Gaza. The rebels’ past loose definition of “Israeli ships” raises concerns about potential attacks on other vessels. Since November 2023, the Houthis have targeted over 100 merchant vessels, sinking two and killing four sailors. They have also launched attacks against American warships, though none have been hit.
The intensified conflict highlights the complex geopolitical situation in Yemen, where a decade-long war has devastated the country. The Houthis’ increased aggression, coupled with the expanded US response, raises serious concerns about further escalation and the humanitarian consequences for Yemen’s already struggling population.
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