Time to hide! Donald Trump follows through on his threat, unleashes bunker-buster missiles on Houthis using B-2 stealth bombers, resulting in massive casualties; here's all about the bombs

Donald Trump Unleashes Bunker-Buster Strikes on Houthis in Yemen: 74 Reported Dead in US Air Raid on Fuel Terminal - In a major escalation, President Donald Trump has followed through on his warning to the Houthi rebels by launching a series of airstrikes on a critical fuel terminal in Yemen. According to reports from the Houthi-run health ministry, the attack has led to the tragic loss of 74 lives and injured at least 171 people.

The target was the Ras Isa port, home to a fuel terminal with a storage capacity of up to three million barrels of oil. Using B-2 stealth bombers armed with bunker-buster missiles, the strike marked the most deadly single attack since President Trump took office in January 2025.

Why did the US strike the fuel terminal in Yemen?

The U.S. military confirmed that the objective of the airstrikes was to cut off a major fuel supply to the Iran-backed Houthi rebels. These rebels have been repeatedly targeting international shipping lanes in the Red Sea, posing a threat to global trade valued at over £1 trillion.


In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), U.S. Central Command explained that the strikes were intended "to degrade the economic source of power of the Houthis, who continue to exploit and bring great pain upon their fellow countrymen." This declaration came days after President Trump boldly warned the Houthis that they had "nowhere to hide."

What weapons were used in the bunker-buster attack?

For this decisive strike, the U.S. deployed its advanced B-2 Spirit stealth bombers fitted with powerful GBU-57A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrators, often known as bunker-buster missiles. These weapons are engineered specifically to break through fortified structures and hardened targets, like the fuel infrastructure at Ras Isa port.

Witnesses in the area described immense fireballs engulfing the terminal as the bombs hit, leaving rescue teams on the scene even a day later, working to extinguish fires and assist injured civilians.

How are the Houthis connected to Iran and what does this mean for the region?

The Houthi rebels, who control large parts of Yemen, are widely seen as a proxy for Iran. Their relationship with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) includes the provision of weapons, intelligence, and financial support. This alliance has enabled the Houthis to persist in their attacks on shipping lanes, further destabilizing an already volatile region.

Since the onset of the Israel-Hamas conflict in 2023, the Houthis have increased their operations in the Red Sea, transforming busy maritime routes into active warzones. Their public statements often include inflammatory messages, such as "Death to America, Death to Israel, curse the Jews, and victory to Islam," reflecting their radical stance against the U.S., Israel, and Britain.

Despite repeated airstrikes by U.S. and British forces aimed at their missile launch sites and supply chains, the group continues its aggressive campaign. The recent vow by the Houthis to retaliate against any U.S. ships only heightens regional tensions and signals that this confrontation is far from over.

FAQs:

Q1: What is Donald Trump’s bunker-buster attack in Yemen?
It’s a U.S. airstrike using B-2 bombers to destroy a Houthi fuel terminal in Ras Isa.

Q2: How many were killed in the Houthi airstrike by the U.S.?
According to Houthi officials, 74 people died and 171 were injured in the attack.