US, UK stage multiple airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen

US, UK stage multiple airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen
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(WASHINGTON) — The U.S. and U.K. on Monday staged airstrikes against multiple targets in Yemen aimed at stopping Iran-backed Houthi militants from attacking ships in the Red Sea.

The White House has insisted the airstrikes have been effectives despite repeated Houthi attacks.

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