Israel conducted airstrikes on a Houthi-controlled port city in Yemen, igniting fires at a crucial import hub. The strike was in retaliation for a Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv and previous assaults during the Gaza conflict. Israel’s Prime Minister issued a warning to adversaries in the region, emphasizing Israel’s reach.
Houthis have been disrupting maritime trade routes with ship attacks, escalating tensions. The airstrikes are likely to fuel conflict in Gaza, drawing in militant groups from other countries.
Israeli airstrikes left three dead in Hodeida, creating fuel shortages affecting essential services. The strikes risk worsening Yemen’s humanitarian crisis amid civil war.
Israeli officials cited the need to defend against Houthi attacks on Israeli territory. The impact of the airstrikes on Yemen’s vulnerable population raises concerns about further humanitarian consequences.
