US forces strike Houthi weapons facilities in Yemen using F-35C for first time

U.S. forces conducted airstrikes on Houthi weapons storage facilities in Yemen over the weekend, marking the first combat use of the F-35C stealth fighter. The strikes targeted advanced weapons used by the Iranian-backed Houthis against international shipping. The operation was a response to ongoing Houthi attacks on commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. U.S. Navy destroyers and aircraft participated, successfully neutralizing multiple Houthi-launched threats without any injuries to U.S. personnel. This action follows recent strikes against Iranian-linked targets in Syria, aimed at countering threats to U.S. forces in the region. CENTCOM emphasized its commitment to protecting U.S. personnel and maintaining regional stability.