Following a missile attack targeting Ben Gurion airport, the Israeli military has conducted airstrikes on Houthi sites in Yemen, claiming to target supply lines and military infrastructure.
Israel Responds with Airstrikes in Yemen Following Houthi Missile Attack
Israel Responds with Airstrikes in Yemen Following Houthi Missile Attack
The latest round of conflict escalates as Israel targets Houthi positions in Yemen after a missile was launched toward Ben Gurion airport.
Israel's military escalated its involvement in the Yemen conflict on Monday, launching airstrikes against Houthi positions as a direct response to a missile attack aimed at Ben Gurion airport the day prior. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed they targeted key Houthi sites in the port of Hudaydah, which has a significant strategic role as it serves as a major supply route and entry point for much of Yemen's food imports.
The airstrikes were carried out in the wake of the missile that struck near Israel's main airport on Sunday, injuring six individuals, including four by shrapnel and two while seeking shelter. The Houthis claimed their assault was part of a broader strategy to impose a comprehensive aerial blockade against Israel, vowing to target Israeli airports as retaliation for ongoing military operations in Gaza.
In their statement, the IDF declared that the strikes were carefully executed to minimize collateral damage, particularly to the vessels docked at the Hudaydah Port. They also highlighted the importance of the Bajil cement factory, which they alleged was being used to bolster Houthi military capabilities, by constructing tunnels and other infrastructure.
Hospitals in the region have reported at least 21 injuries as a result of the strikes. Following the incidents, the Houthi leadership, backed by Iran, pointed the finger at both the U.S. and Israel for their roles in this escalating conflict, although U.S. officials have denied their forces were involved in the recent Israeli strikes.
As tensions rise, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that Israel would continue to retaliate as necessary, stating, "We attacked in the past, we will attack in the future," underscoring a commitment to defending national security amid the ongoing hostilities in the region. The situation remains fluid, with U.S. forces also engaged in strikes against Houthi targets, marking a significant uptick in military activity amidst an already volatile landscape in Yemen.
