US strikes kill 4 in Yemen, deploys second aircraft carrier to Middle East

The U.S. launched fresh attacks on Yemen’s Hodeidah region, killing four people. The strikes targeted Houthi forces as tensions escalated in the Middle East.

Anees Alasbahi, a Houthi health ministry spokesman, confirmed three deaths from the Tuesday night attack, with injuries reported. Later, Al Masirah TV raised the death toll to four. Local media also reported U.S. strikes in Hajjah and Saada.

Washington has not officially acknowledged the attacks. However, Al Masirah TV reported multiple U.S. strikes on Saada and Sanaa the previous night. Since March 15, over 60 people have died in Yemen due to U.S. military action against the Houthis. The group had vowed to resume attacks on Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea, blaming Israel for violating a Gaza ceasefire.

In response to rising threats, the Pentagon deployed a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East. The USS Carl Vinson will join the USS Harry S Truman, already stationed in the Red Sea. Additional military aircraft will also reinforce U.S. forces in the region.

“The U.S. and its partners remain committed to regional security and are ready to respond to any escalation,” the Pentagon stated.

Houthi forces claimed responsibility for launching missiles and drones at U.S. Navy vessels in the Truman carrier group. This marked their third strike in 24 hours, according to Al Masirah TV.

The U.S. military has not disclosed specific aircraft deployments. However, sources reported that at least four B-2 bombers arrived at Diego Garcia, a strategic U.S.-British base in the Indian Ocean. The base positions U.S. forces within striking distance of Yemen and Iran.

U.S. President Donald Trump vowed continued strikes against Houthi fighters, stating they must no longer threaten shipping routes. His administration has also issued strong warnings to Iran, with Trump declaring on Sunday, “There will be bombing” if Tehran refuses to negotiate on its nuclear program.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei responded on Monday, warning that the U.S. would face serious consequences for any attack. Amirali Hajizadeh, commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard aerospace division, cautioned Washington, stating, “They are in a glass house and should not throw stones.”

Reports from the Tehran Times suggest Iranian forces have mobilized missiles capable of striking U.S. positions in response to Trump’s threats. The situation remains volatile, with the risk of further escalation in the region.