The U.S. carried out a "self-defense" strike in Yemen on Wednesday morning, targeting and destroying two Houthi anti-ship missiles that were preparing to launch, aimed at commercial ships in the Southern Red Sea, officials said.&nbsp;This story is breaking. Please check back for updates.

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The U.S. conducted a strike against Iran-backed Houthis on Wednesday, targeting missiles used by the terrorist group.{ai:summary}US carries out self-defense strike in Yemen, destroying Houthi anti-ship missiles targeting commercial ships in Red Sea. #military

US carries out 'self-defense' strike in Yemen against Iran-backed Houthi missiles

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