US in Yemen Against Houthi militants intensifying its air operations, a second attack on the Middle East aircraft carrier decided to send. This step is notable as part of the US’s efforts to increase its military presence in the region and make a strategic show of force. According to statements by defense officials, the US will increase its airstrikes against the Houthis and reinforce its navy’s presence in the region with two aircraft carriers.
Two Aircraft Carriers and Increasing Wealth
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, to strengthen military operations in the Middle East USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier mission duration extended for another month. Hegseth said the aircraft carrier will be ready by the end of March Norfolk, Va.While it is expected to return to , the ship will continue operations in the region In the Red Sea ordered him to continue his duty. In addition, USS Carl Vinson The aircraft carrier was ordered to be directed to the Middle East. The USS Carl Vinson, which is serving in the Pacific Ocean, extended its duty in the region by three months. In early March It will reach the Middle East. So, Second time in 6 months The US will be allowed to maintain two aircraft carrier task groups in the Middle East.
US Operations Against the Houthis
US in Yemen New operation launched against the Houthis, has accelerated since last week. The airstrikes are attributed to the Houthis missile launch and storage areas while also focusing on Houthi military command has also been targeted. These operations, US President Donald Trump by Iran-backed Houthis It seems to be consistent with the statements that they should be “completely destroyed.” In a statement he made on his social media account, Trump criticized Tehran for providing military equipment to the Houthis. to stop immediately These military moves also aim to demonstrate the military power of the United States in the region.
Resource Allocation and Challenges
According to Politico, this move, The White House and the Pentagon'a Their strategies towards Asia at a time when the United States was defending Allocating large resources to the Middle East means. Two aircraft carriers sending them to the region could divert more resources from the navy's duties elsewhere. In addition, ship repairs Capacity in shipyards It may also be difficult. It is also stated that the naval shipyards are already full and maintenance processes may take longer.
Strategic Targets Against the Houthis
The goals of the latest US operation are not only operational, but also strategic. military infrastructure in Yemen to destroy dozen targets It was hit. In the long term, the US seems to aim to weaken the Houthis' military power and break Iran's influence in the region. The success of these operations could make control in the region more secure for the US.
