The airstrikes, meant to deter attacks on ships in the Red Sea, came one day after the United States struck at other Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria.
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Austin Says Iran Trains and Funds Militias Targeting U.S. Troops
President Biden has promised to respond to attacks that killed three American service members at a base in Jordan.
How Biden May Respond to the Drone Strike That Killed Three U.S. Soldiers
President Biden is balancing political pressures, military calculations and regional fragility after a drone strike killed three service members.
U.S. Blames Iran-Backed Militia for Deaths of 3 Soldiers in Jordan
The White House blamed an Iranian-backed militia for the attack. The deaths were the first known fatalities of U.S. forces from hostile fire in the turmoil spreading in the Middle East.
Biden Vows to Retaliate After Strike Against American Forces in Jordan
President Biden has carefully calibrated his responses to attacks by Iranian-backed militias since Oct. 7. Now he must decide how far he is willing to go after a drone attack killed three American service members.
U.S. Strikes 2 More Targets of the Iran-Backed Houthis in Yemen
The attacks — the ninth in two weeks — hit anti-ship missiles that the Iran-backed militia could use against merchant and Navy ships in the region.
How the Houthi Militia in Yemen Became a Nimble U.S. Foe
The Iran-backed Houthis perfected the tactics of irregular warfare during years of conflict against a Saudi-led coalition, military officials say.
U.S. Strikes 2 More Houthi Targets in Yemen
The attacks — the ninth in two weeks — hit anti-ship missiles that the Iran-backed militia could use against merchant and Navy ships in the region.
North Korean Missiles in Ukraine Prompt New Concerns
As the war approaches its second anniversary, the Russians are beginning to deploy North Korean arms, worsening Ukraine’s troubles while it still awaits new air defenses from the United States.
Houthis’ Leader Says a Clash With the U.S. Will Strengthen Militia Group
Abdul-Malik al-Houthi said in a televised speech that the Houthis had always emerged stronger from confrontations with their enemies.