President Trump ordered large-scale military strikes on Houthi-controlled targets in Yemen, resulting in the deaths of at least 31 people including women and children. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have vowed to retaliate. The U.S. airstrikes targeted various areas in Yemen, causing casualties and damage. The U.S. described the attacks as successful and effective, aiming to defend American interests. The Houthis have suspended attacks in the Red Sea, but threatened to resume after Israel instituted a blockade on aid to Gaza. The strikes were also intended as a warning to Iran, the Houthis’ main supporter. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the U.S. will continue strikes until the Houthis cease their actions in the Red Sea, focusing on freedom of navigation and restoring deterrence.
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Israel will let foreign countries drop aid into Gaza, Israel army radio says
Israel will permit foreign countries to deliver parachute aid into Gaza starting Friday, amid ongoing conflict with Hamas and severe humanitarian conditions. The Gaza health ministry reports over 100 starvation-related deaths since March, with UNICEF treating 5,000 children for acute malnutrition in July, while WHO highlights the impact of the blockade on aid access. Want More Context? 🔎
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