Israeli air raid on Hudaydah: Escalating conflict with Houthis
The Israeli air force attacked Hudaydah Port in Yemen, according to the Houthi rebels. Earlier, Israel called for the evacuation of civilians from three ports. The conflict with the Iran-backed Houthis is intensifying.
What do you need to know?
- The Israeli air force attacked Hudaydah Port in Yemen, according to the Houthi rebels, who control the city.
- The Israeli army ordered the evacuation of civilians from three Yemeni ports: Hudaydah, Ras Isa, and Salif.
- The conflict with the Houthis is escalating. The rebels frequently attack Israel, resulting in retaliatory strikes by Israeli armed forces.
Why did Israel attack Hudaydah Port?
The Israeli armed forces carried out an air raid on Hudaydah Port in response to regular Houthi attacks on Israel. The Houthis, supported by Iran, control large areas of Yemen and have increased their actions against Israel since the war in the Gaza Strip began.
These attacks include missile and drone strikes, as well as disruptions in the Red Sea, one of the world's most important maritime routes.
What are the consequences for the region?
The conflict with the Houthis has severe consequences for the region, including maritime traffic in the Red Sea.
As of early 2024, the USA is leading an international coalition aimed at countering Houthi attacks on commercial ships. Despite the truce between the USA and the Houthis, the rebels continue to attack Israeli targets, risking further escalation of tensions.
Does Israel plan further actions?
Israel has not officially confirmed the air raid on Hudaydah Port, but its earlier call for the evacuation of civilians from three ports suggests preparations for further actions.
Last week, the Israeli armed forces carried out retaliatory strikes on the Houthis following a missile attack on Ben Gurion Airport. In response, they bombed, among other targets, the airport in Sana’a, resulting in significant losses.
