Israel announces airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen

Israel announces airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen


Among the targets the Israeli fighter jets attacked was the Hudaydah port, which serves as a central supply source for the Houthis, the IDF said. Besides being a “significant economic resource” for the Houthis, the cement produced at the factory is used to build tunnels and other infrastructure for military purposes, the IDF noted. Since the collapse of the ceasefire in Gaza between Hamas and Israel on March 19, the Houthis have resumed attacking Israeli territory and maritime vessels in the Red Sea and beyond.

Author: Joe Truzman


Published at: 2025-05-05 22:32:46

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