While the U.S. had planned to move into a second phase of the mission, targeting top Houthi commanders, that goal was hindered by the group's ability to neutralize Washington’s most advanced surveillance asset: the MQ-9 Reaper drone.

Iran's military presence in Yemen is increasingly under pressure as the United States ramps up its threats against the Tehran-backed Houthi group, which has relied on Iranian support—both military and logistical, including advisors—over the past decade.

Less than a month after President Donald Trump declared war on Yemen’s Houthi movement and launched a wave of intensive strikes, “the military campaign” has already cost the United States nearly $1 billion.

The U.S. precondition for nuclear talks with Iran has raised pressing questions about Tehran’s willingness to comply, as Washington ramps up pressure on the Islamic Republic and its allies.

Donald Trump's order for "decisive" military action against the Houthis in Yemen has sparked questions over the impact of these strikes and whether they can truly diminish the group's influence in the country.