In a coordinated effort to curb the maritime attack capabilities of Iran-backed Houthi rebels, the United States and the United Kingdom have launched air strikes on Yemen, targeting 13 Houthi positions. This military action comes in response to a recent uptick in Houthi attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, posing a significant threat to international maritime security. Houthi media outlets have reported at least 16 casualties as a result of the strikes. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has emphasized the UK's commitment to protecting its interests and ensuring the safety of international waters, indicating a readiness to conduct further operations if necessary. The joint operation marks the fifth of its kind, underscoring the escalating tensions in the region and the determination of the US and UK to counter Houthi aggression.
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