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The U.S. ** Command issued an important statement on February 3 local time, disclosing the results of a new military operation. According to reports, at about 7:20 p.m. (Sana'a time) that day, the United States discovered and destroyed six anti-ship cruise missiles that were about to be used to attack ships sailing in the Red Sea in the area controlled by the Houthis in Yemen. The operation demonstrated the U.S. military's high alertness and rapid response capabilities in the region, effectively deterring potential maritime threats and protecting the safety of international shipping.
U.S. Command further emphasized that the operation was carried out under intense intelligence surveillance and precise intelligence guidance, demonstrating the unwavering determination of the United States and its allies to maintain the security of waterways in the Red Sea and throughout the Middle East. Recently, the Houthis have repeatedly tried to expand their influence by launching missiles, which pose a serious threat to passing merchant ships, a move that has undoubtedly increased tensions in the region.
However, so far, Yemen's Houthis have not officially responded to the US statement. Considering that the Houthis have historically taken a tough stance against criticism and attacks, it is expected that the armed group may take retaliatory measures in the coming period, which will lead to a new round of instability in the already complex internal conflict in Yemen and the security environment in the Middle East.
The international community is generally concerned about the development of this incident, believing that this is not only a continuation of the US counter-terrorism and stability maintenance operations in the Middle East, but also a direct blow to the Houthi forces supported by Iran. The military confrontation between the United States and the Houthis reflects the intricate geopolitical game in the Middle East and the deep-seated wrestling of various forces around the Yemen crisis.
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