Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 3/27/25: US Officials Cheered Bombing Yemeni Residential Building, Israel Kills Dozens More in Gaza, and More
Mar 27, 2025
The unsettling enthusiasm of U.S. officials for military actions in Yemen raises serious concerns about civilian casualties. A Tufts student’s controversial arrest for pro-Palestine activism sparks a debate on academic freedom. Geopolitical tensions escalate, highlighting civil liberties issues and the ongoing chaos in Eastern Europe. Meanwhile, European diplomats are reevaluating security guarantees amid the Ukraine conflict, showcasing the complex interplay of power dynamics and humanitarian crises.
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US Officials Celebrate Yemen Bombing
- US officials, including J.D. Vance, celebrated the bombing of a Yemeni residential building.
- The bombing, likely killing civilians, was revealed in a chat accidentally including journalist Jeffrey Goldberg.
US Airstrikes in Yemen
- The US launched 15 airstrikes around Yemen's capital, Sana'a, following Houthi attacks on the USS Harry Truman.
- Information on these strikes comes primarily from Yemeni media due to limited US military reporting.
Increased US Bomber Presence
- Increased US bomber presence at Diego Garcia suggests potential heavier airstrikes in Yemen.
- This deployment also serves as a threat to Iran amid escalating tensions.