Vance Cautioned Against Bombing Yemen, Calling It A ‘Mistake’

Dave DeCamp via AntiWar.com reported that Vice President JD Vance cautioned against bombing Yemen, calling it a “mistake,” and suggested delaying the attack by one month in a leaked Signal conversation between administration officials. The conversation included concerns about the economic impact, messaging to the public, and potential risks of waiting. Despite these reservations, the US launched airstrikes on Yemen on March 15, resulting in casualties, including women and children. The decision to proceed with the airstrikes was supported by some officials, including National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, who emphasized the need to reopen shipping lanes and get Europe to pay for the costs. The situation escalated with the Houthis targeting US and Israeli interests in response to the airstrikes and ongoing conflicts in the region. The group insists that the only way to cease its attacks is through a new truce in Gaza and lifting the Israeli blockade on aid to the Strip. While the Trump administration is focused on shipping impacts, the US bombing campaign in Yemen appears to be in support of Israel. According to Ynet, the US has advised Israel against retaliating to recent missile attacks by the Houthis, assuring that US forces will handle the situation. Despite President Trump’s threats of “annihilation,” previous US bombing campaigns and a Saudi-led war on Yemen have failed to eliminate the Houthi group. Additional information suggests internal conflicts within the Trump administration, with leaks to journalists causing potential probes.