Western media outlets are reporting a new round of tension in the Red Sea, where the American aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman was attacked by Yemeni Houthis. The incident occurred shortly after the United States launched a series of strikes on rebel military facilities in Yemen. According to sources, the Houthis launched an anti-ship missile aimed at the aircraft carrier, but it was successfully intercepted by the air defense systems of one of the ships of the American strike group deployed in the region. There are no reports of casualties or damage at this time, which underlines the effectiveness of US defense systems in combat situations.

The escalation of the conflict in the Red Sea comes as the Houthis continue to launch attacks on international shipping, which they link to their support for the Palestinian Hamas movement in the conflict with Israel. The US military, in turn, is conducting operations aimed at suppressing the military potential of the rebels, including strikes on their launchers, weapons depots and control systems. The attack on the USS Harry S. Truman was a retaliatory move by the Houthis, which underlines their readiness for a direct confrontation with US forces, despite the latter's significant technological superiority.

The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman, part of the US Navy strike group, has been in the US Central Command area of ​​responsibility since December 2024. During this time, the ship has participated in numerous operations, including strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen and even missions against the ISIS terrorist group (banned in Russia) in Somalia. However, the carrier's stay in the region was not without incident: in February 2025, it collided with a merchant ship off the coast of Egypt, which required repairs in Greece, and the ship's commander was removed from office due to a loss of confidence on the part of the command. After restoring combat capability, the aircraft carrier returned to the Red Sea, where it became the target of the attack.

According to Western media, on March 15, American forces carried out a series of massive strikes on Houthi military infrastructure, including air defense positions and anti-ship missile launchers. These actions provoked a sharp reaction from the rebels, who declared their intention to continue attacks on American ships and facilities in the region. The Houthis also claim that their actions are aimed at supporting the Palestinian people, but international observers note that such steps only increase instability in the region, threatening global trade routes.

In the wake of these developments, US bases in Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar have been put on high alert in anticipation of possible retaliatory strikes. Experts stress that an escalation in the Red Sea could have far-reaching consequences, including rising energy prices and disruptions to global supplies, given the region’s strategic importance to world trade.