U.S. Destroys Houthi Fuel Terminal in Yemen 70 Killed according to Houthi officials

[Social Media]

 

The United States military has confirmed it carried out an airstrike targeting a fuel terminal at the Red Sea port of Ras Isa in Yemen, a site controlled by the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels. The operation marks the latest in a series of escalating military actions aimed at curbing the group's capabilities and financial resources.

The U.S. just destroyed Ras Issa port - the route through which ships continued supplying fuel to the Houthis.

The Houthis picked a fight way out of their weight class. pic.twitter.com/60kRoJwizR

— נועה מגיד | Noa magid (@NoaMagid) April 17, 2025

 

According to the U.S. military, the strike was intended to disrupt the Houthis’ access to essential fuel supplies and diminish the funding pipeline that supports their operations. “The aim of the attack on the Red Sea port of Ras Isa was to restrict supplies and funds for the Iranian-backed movement,” the U.S. military stated.

 

 

However, Houthi officials reported a heavy human toll, claiming that at least 70 people were killed in the strike, including several paramedics who were responding to the initial blast. Some 171 others were wounded, the health ministry said Friday. The group did not provide details on how the casualties were distributed or whether the site housed non-military personnel at the time. 

 

Despite these claims, U.S. officials have not publicly addressed the reported death toll. As noted by Reuters, “U.S. officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the death toll provided by the Houthi media.”

 

The strike comes just weeks after the United States significantly ramped up its military campaign against Houthi positions in Yemen. The increase in attacks is a direct response to the Houthis’ continued targeting of commercial vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. These assaults, which began in October 2023 following the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, have had a notable impact on global shipping.

 

The Houthis, who say their attacks are a show of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, have succeeded in sinking vessels and disrupting one of the world’s most vital trade corridors. The Red Sea, which connects to the Suez Canal, accounts for nearly 15% of all seaborne trade. As a result of the danger posed by Houthi attacks, many international shipping companies have rerouted their vessels to avoid the area, significantly increasing transportation costs and delivery times.

 

In an unusual twist, one recent U.S. military operation in Yemen was inadvertently revealed through a Signal chat group after a journalist was mistakenly added to a private conversation among senior officials. This accidental disclosure added a layer of intrigue to what is already a complex and volatile situation.

 

The U.S. has maintained that its actions are a measured response to threats against international shipping and regional stability. Still, the rising death toll and the potential for further escalation highlight the delicate balance between military intervention and humanitarian concerns in an already fragile region.

 

Destruction of Houthi Controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port
USCENTCOM

The Houthis have continued to benefit economically and militarily from countries and companies that provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The Iran-backed Houthis use fuel to sustain their military operations, as a weapon of control, and to benefit economically from embezzling the profits from the import. This fuel should be legitimately supplied to the people of Yemen. Despite the Foreign Terrorist Designation that went into effect on 05 April, ships have continued to supply fuel via the port of Ras Isa. Profits from these illegal sales are directly funding and sustaining Houthi terrorist efforts.

Today, US forces took action to eliminate this source of fuel for the Iran-backed Houthi terrorists and deprive them of illegal revenue that has funded Houthi efforts to terrorize the entire region for over 10 years. The objective of these strikes was to degrade the economic source of power of the Houthis, who continue to exploit and bring great pain upon their fellow countrymen. This strike was not intended to harm the people of Yemen, who rightly want to throw off the yoke of Houthi subjugation and live peacefully.

The Houthis, their Iranian masters, and those who knowingly aid and abet their terrorist actions should be put on notice that the world will not accept illicit smuggling of fuel and war material to a terrorist organization.

 

Based on a report by BBC | CNN | X  2025-04-18

 

Related Topics:

Trump Warns Israel Would Lead Strike if Iran Refuses to Abandon Nuclear Ambitions

Iran Withdraws Support from Houthis Amid Intensified US Airstrikes

US deploys “overwhelming lethal force” against Houthis in Yemen

 

 

 

 

[newbee2022]

6 hours ago, Social Media said:

 

The United States military has confirmed it carried out an airstrike targeting a fuel terminal at the Red Sea port of Ras Isa in Yemen, a site controlled by the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels. The operation marks the latest in a series of escalating military actions aimed at curbing the group's capabilities and financial resources.

 

According to the U.S. military, the strike was intended to disrupt the Houthis’ access to essential fuel supplies and diminish the funding pipeline that supports their operations. “The aim of the attack on the Red Sea port of Ras Isa was to restrict supplies and funds for the Iranian-backed movement,” the U.S. military stated.

 

 

However, Houthi officials reported a heavy human toll, claiming that at least 70 people were killed in the strike, including several paramedics who were responding to the initial blast. Some 171 others were wounded, the health ministry said Friday. The group did not provide details on how the casualties were distributed or whether the site housed non-military personnel at the time. 

 

Despite these claims, U.S. officials have not publicly addressed the reported death toll. As noted by Reuters, “U.S. officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the death toll provided by the Houthi media.”

 

The strike comes just weeks after the United States significantly ramped up its military campaign against Houthi positions in Yemen. The increase in attacks is a direct response to the Houthis’ continued targeting of commercial vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. These assaults, which began in October 2023 following the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, have had a notable impact on global shipping.

 

The Houthis, who say their attacks are a show of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, have succeeded in sinking vessels and disrupting one of the world’s most vital trade corridors. The Red Sea, which connects to the Suez Canal, accounts for nearly 15% of all seaborne trade. As a result of the danger posed by Houthi attacks, many international shipping companies have rerouted their vessels to avoid the area, significantly increasing transportation costs and delivery times.

 

In an unusual twist, one recent U.S. military operation in Yemen was inadvertently revealed through a Signal chat group after a journalist was mistakenly added to a private conversation among senior officials. This accidental disclosure added a layer of intrigue to what is already a complex and volatile situation.

 

The U.S. has maintained that its actions are a measured response to threats against international shipping and regional stability. Still, the rising death toll and the potential for further escalation highlight the delicate balance between military intervention and humanitarian concerns in an already fragile region.

 

Destruction of Houthi Controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port
USCENTCOM

The Houthis have continued to benefit economically and militarily from countries and companies that provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The Iran-backed Houthis use fuel to sustain their military operations, as a weapon of control, and to benefit economically from embezzling the profits from the import. This fuel should be legitimately supplied to the people of Yemen. Despite the Foreign Terrorist Designation that went into effect on 05 April, ships have continued to supply fuel via the port of Ras Isa. Profits from these illegal sales are directly funding and sustaining Houthi terrorist efforts.

Today, US forces took action to eliminate this source of fuel for the Iran-backed Houthi terrorists and deprive them of illegal revenue that has funded Houthi efforts to terrorize the entire region for over 10 years. The objective of these strikes was to degrade the economic source of power of the Houthis, who continue to exploit and bring great pain upon their fellow countrymen. This strike was not intended to harm the people of Yemen, who rightly want to throw off the yoke of Houthi subjugation and live peacefully.

The Houthis, their Iranian masters, and those who knowingly aid and abet their terrorist actions should be put on notice that the world will not accept illicit smuggling of fuel and war material to a terrorist organization.

 

Based on a report by BBC | CNN | X  2025-04-18

 

Related Topics:

Trump Warns Israel Would Lead Strike if Iran Refuses to Abandon Nuclear Ambitions

Iran Withdraws Support from Houthis Amid Intensified US Airstrikes

US deploys “overwhelming lethal force” against Houthis in Yemen

 

 

 

 

What will be the next war, US will start or being involved? Not enough since WW2 ?😕

[Sir Dude]

Time for the silly nutjobs to stand down... keep on bombing these morons until they do.

[Cryingdick]

Did they get due process?

[FlorC]

Trump's first war crime , and he isn't even officialy at war with them.

[Tug]

10 minutes ago, FlorC said:

Trump's first war crime , and he isn't even officialy at war with them.

How so the houthis are trying to disrupt shipping they are attacking ships just pirates kinda normal to kill pirates.

[FlorC]

6 minutes ago, Tug said:

How so the houthis are trying to disrupt shipping they are attacking ships just pirates kinda normal to kill pirates.

Kinda normal by killing 70 and wounding 171 in a fuel terminal fire ?

[Bkk Brian]

6 minutes ago, FlorC said:

Kinda normal by killing 70 and wounding 171 in a fuel terminal fire ?

That's according to the Houthis which also happen to be a Foreign Terrorist Organization. It was their terminal blown up which is a huge blow to them. There may have been some civilian casualties but unknown how many. How is it a war crime?

[FlorC]

4 minutes ago, Bkk Brian said:

That's according to the Houthis which also happen to be a Foreign Terrorist Organization. It was their terminal blown up which is a huge blow to them. There may have been some civilian casualties but unknown how many. How is it a war crime?

^ Ok , straight murder then.

[Bkk Brian]

1 minute ago, FlorC said:

^ Ok , straight murder then.

How? Perhaps check IHL and the killing of civilians before making inflammatory claims

[flexomike]

12 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

Did they get due process?

YES

[flexomike]

2 minutes ago, nick supreme said:

I stand with Iran and the Houthi's.

OK, get on a plane and go over there and show them your support

[CallumWK]

44 minutes ago, FlorC said:

Trump's first war crime , and he isn't even officialy at war with them.

 

And that coming from a Trump supporter. Have you finally seen the light?

[MalcolmB]

19 hours ago, newbee2022 said:

What will be the next war, US will start or being involved? Not enough since WW2 ?😕

But Trump is the president of peace the Magas were declaring up until a few months ago.

 

The draft dodger is ok with wars if it benefits him.

 

He would love to help out but those annoying foot spurs stop him

[newbee2022]

2 minutes ago, MalcolmB said:

But Trump is the president of peace the Magas were declaring up until a few months ago.

 

The draft dodger is ok with wars if it benefits him.

 

He would love to help out but those annoying foot spurs stop him

Oh, I'm sooo sorry. Yes, you're right. 

I forgot to wear my MAGA cap.

[Yagoda]

19 hours ago, newbee2022 said:

What will be the next war, US will start or being involved? Not enough since WW2 ?😕

Nope. As long as there are annoying ass*oles in this world, our Brave Men of the US Armed Forces will be glad to kill them.

 

Next?

[newbee2022]

51 minutes ago, Tug said:

How so the houthis are trying to disrupt shipping they are attacking ships just pirates kinda normal to kill pirates.

Yes, daily business for American MAGAs

[newbee2022]

1 minute ago, Yagoda said:

Nope. As long as there are annoying ass*oles in this world, our Brave Men of the US Armed Forces will be glad to kill them.

 

Next?

You're right unfortunately 

[Yagoda]

13 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

Did they get due process?

Wrote the names Mahmood, Adbul and Mohammed on  bomb. In neat handwriting

[impulse]

7 minutes ago, MalcolmB said:

But Trump is the president of peace the Magas were declaring up until a few months ago.

 

The draft dodger is ok with wars if it benefits him.

 

He would love to help out but those annoying foot spurs stop him

 

If you recall, the Houthis behaved pretty well under Trump 45, who had embargoed Iran to the point they couldn't afford to fund Houthi adventures.  It was Bidenbucks that allowed the Iranians to fund Houthi fooknuttery. 

 

Someone's gotta put a stop to attacking ships in an important shipping lane.

 

[Moonlover]

1 hour ago, FlorC said:

Trump's first war crime , and he isn't even officialy at war with them.

The Houthis launched a number of very serious attacks against USN ships operating in the Red Sea area. This response (along with others) is called self defence IMO. No need to declare war.

 

I've now read that Iran is disowning the Houthis, so US action seems to be having the desired affect.

[FlorC]

3 hours ago, CallumWK said:

 

And that coming from a Trump supporter. Have you finally seen the light?

Being a Trump supporter doesn't mean I'm in the MAGA cult.

 

While Trump is doing great things at home (but could be better!),

His foreign policy s_cks like during his 45 period.

 

The Houthi's only react to the atrocities in Gaza.

(you know by that country that has a strangehold on US and western governments)

 

Only 5 % of US trade goes through the Golf of Aden.

 

[FlorC]

2 hours ago, Moonlover said:

The Houthis launched a number of very serious attacks against USN ships operating in the Red Sea area. This response (along with others) is called self defence IMO. No need to declare war.

 

I've now read that Iran is disowning the Houthis, so US action seems to be having the desired affect.

A Chinese company is helping the Houthis with targetting.

Hope the Chinese are better allies than the Iranian, and keep ships with Chinese interest save.

[candide]

8 hours ago, impulse said:

 

If you recall, the Houthis behaved pretty well under Trump 45, who had embargoed Iran to the point they couldn't afford to fund Houthi adventures.  It was Bidenbucks that allowed the Iranians to fund Houthi fooknuttery. 

 

Someone's gotta put a stop to attacking ships in an important shipping lane.

 

They launched several attacks under Trump, but it was against Saudi Arabia, so we can forgive them! 

 

https://www.criticalthreats.org/analysis/al-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia-and-the-uae-2016-2019

[Mason45]

17 hours ago, FlorC said:

Being a Trump supporter doesn't mean I'm in the MAGA cult.

 

While Trump is doing great things at home (but could be better!),

His foreign policy s_cks like during his 45 period.

 

The Houthi's only react to the atrocities in Gaza.

(you know by that country that has a strangehold on US and western governments)

 

Only 5 % of US trade goes through the Golf of Aden.

 

Trump is doing great things at home, please tell me more.

[FlorC]

2 hours ago, Mason45 said:

Trump is doing great things at home, please tell me more.

You know very well the good things he's doing at home.