Houthis in Disarray as US F-15s Devastate Ras Issa Port
Tensions in the Red Sea have escalated dramatically as U.S. fighter jets launched a powerful airstrike on the Ras Issa port in Yemen, a key facility under Houthi control. The precision strike, carried out by F-15s, marks one of the most significant blows to the Houthis in recent weeks, signaling an intensifying U.S. campaign to cripple the group’s operational capabilities.
Since mid-March, the United States has ramped up its military pressure on Houthi forces, targeting critical infrastructure across Yemen. These include oil refineries, missile launch sites, and airports believed to be used for storing and deploying weapons. The airstrike on Ras Issa dealt a severe blow, as the port was reportedly being used to facilitate maritime threats and smuggling operations that undermine security in the Red Sea.
U.S. President Donald Trump has taken a firm stance, stating that the military will continue its campaign with “very strong force” until the Houthis cease all hostile actions against commercial and military vessels navigating the Red Sea. “We will not allow this vital international waterway to be disrupted,” he declared, reaffirming the U.S. commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation and protecting global trade routes.
Eyewitnesses in the region reported seeing fireballs and smoke plumes rising from the port area, while panic spread among Houthi fighters and civilians alike. The sudden and precise nature of the strike left little time for retaliation, suggesting the U.S. is leveraging advanced intelligence and surveillance capabilities to stay ahead of potential threats.
With the Ras Issa port now crippled, the Houthis are facing mounting pressure and uncertainty about their ability to sustain operations. The coming weeks may prove critical as the U.S. continues its effort to restore stability and security in the region.
