Houthi rebels continue attacks in Red Sea as USS Eisenhower returns home

The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, which led the response against Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, is returning home after over seven months in the region. The USS Theodore Roosevelt will take over to maintain a presence. The Eisenhower played a crucial role in protecting vessels and rescuing mariners from Houthi attacks. The Houthis recently targeted a commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden but caused no damage. The U.S. military ordered the Eisenhower to return home amid growing Houthi attacks, despite false claims of further attacks on the carrier. The Eisenhower's deployment was marked by over 30,000 flight hours and 55,000 miles sailed, demonstrating a commitment to regional stability and freedom of navigation. The Houthis have launched numerous attacks on vessels, claiming to target ships linked to Israel, the U.S., or Britain. The Eisenhower's departure comes as the Roosevelt heads to the Middle East to continue the mission. The Houthis have held Yemen's capital since 2014 and have been escalating their attacks on shipping lanes. The Eisenhower's return home follows the sinking of a commercial ship by a Houthi strike, resulting in one casualty. The U.S. military's response to the Houthi attacks has been significant, with the Eisenhower's combat deployment described as the most intense since World War II. The Houthis continue to target vessels in the region, claiming their attacks are in response to perceived connections to Israel, the U.S., or Britain. The situation remains tense as the U.S. shifts its naval presence in response to the escalating conflict.