The Israeli military has executed what it describes as its most powerful strike in Yemen, targeting the Houthi movement in light of their repeated missile and drone attacks directed at Israel. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported that multiple aircraft bombed key sites tied to the Houthi's security and intelligence apparatus in Sanaa.
The Houthi-run health ministry condemned the attack, labeling it a brutal crime, stating that the airstrikes impacted civilian infrastructure, leading to eight fatalities. This incident follows a Houthi drone attack in Eilat a day prior, which caused injuries to 22 people, two of whom were in serious condition.
For over a decade, the Houthis have maintained control over much of north-western Yemen after displacing the internationally recognized government, leading to a protracted civil conflict. Following the recent outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas, the Houthis have intensified attacks on Israel, claiming to act in solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
Israel has frequently retaliated with airstrikes due to the persistent threat posed by Houthi missiles and drones. Videos from Sanaa displayed plumes of smoke emerging from several city locations after the bombardment, occurring just before Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi was scheduled to speak.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced on social media that the operation had effectively dismantled several terrorist targets within the Houthi organization. The IDF's statement underscored its commitment to counteract continued Houthi aggression towards Israel, promising further operations if necessary.
The attacks pose ongoing regional security challenges, with various factions navigating the complexities of the evolving conflict. Health officials have claimed civilians were among the casualties, raising concerns over potential violations of international humanitarian law amidst the ongoing conflict.
This surge in violence comes as the global community continues to grapple with the humanitarian implications of the Yemeni civil war and the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The Houthi-run health ministry condemned the attack, labeling it a brutal crime, stating that the airstrikes impacted civilian infrastructure, leading to eight fatalities. This incident follows a Houthi drone attack in Eilat a day prior, which caused injuries to 22 people, two of whom were in serious condition.
For over a decade, the Houthis have maintained control over much of north-western Yemen after displacing the internationally recognized government, leading to a protracted civil conflict. Following the recent outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas, the Houthis have intensified attacks on Israel, claiming to act in solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
Israel has frequently retaliated with airstrikes due to the persistent threat posed by Houthi missiles and drones. Videos from Sanaa displayed plumes of smoke emerging from several city locations after the bombardment, occurring just before Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi was scheduled to speak.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced on social media that the operation had effectively dismantled several terrorist targets within the Houthi organization. The IDF's statement underscored its commitment to counteract continued Houthi aggression towards Israel, promising further operations if necessary.
The attacks pose ongoing regional security challenges, with various factions navigating the complexities of the evolving conflict. Health officials have claimed civilians were among the casualties, raising concerns over potential violations of international humanitarian law amidst the ongoing conflict.
This surge in violence comes as the global community continues to grapple with the humanitarian implications of the Yemeni civil war and the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
