US and UK forces have launched a joint airstrike on Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen. The attack was carried out in response to the rebels  ongoing attacks on vessels traveling through the Red Sea.

The US, Uk targeted included logistical hubs, air defense systems, and weapons storage locations in Yemeni cities as Sanaa, Hodeidah, Taiz, Saada and Dhamar North of Yemen.

So far, there are no enough information about the situation in the Yemeni cities .

US source said the White House is going to issue a statement on the attack targeted on  Houthi strongholds.

The leader of the Houthi rebel has promised to respond to any assault with fresh attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.