The Israeli military claimed responsibility for a series of airstrikes in Yemen on Thursday that hit Sana’a International Airport and other targets in the Houthi-controlled capital.
The Israel Defense Forces said the strikes targeted military infrastructure used by the Houthis to conduct acts of terrorism.
“The Houthi terrorist regime has repeatedly attacked the State of Israel and its citizens, including in UAV and surface-to-surface missile attacks on Israeli territory,” the IDF said in a statement.
Black smoke rises near Sana’a International Airport in Yemen after reported Israeli airstrikes. (Reuters)
“The targets that were struck by the IDF include military infrastructure used by the Houthi terrorist regime for its military activities in both the Sana’a International Airport and the Hezyaz and Ras Kanatib power stations. In addition, the IDF struck military infrastructure in the Al-Hudaydah, Salif, and Ras Kanatib ports on the western coast.”
The strikes come days after Israel’s defense minister promised retaliation against Houthi leaders for missile strikes launched from Yemen at Israel.
This is a breaking news story. Check back for updates.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that they have launched strikes in Yemen on Houthi military targets. The airstrikes were carried out in response to ongoing attacks by Houthi rebels on Israeli territory.
The IDF stated that the strikes were necessary to protect Israeli citizens and prevent further aggression from the Houthi rebels. The military targets hit in the airstrikes were reportedly strategic locations used by the Houthi militants to carry out attacks against Israel.
The IDF has warned the Houthi rebels to cease their attacks on Israel or face further retaliation. Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has also condemned the Houthi aggression and vowed to take all necessary measures to protect the country’s security and sovereignty.
The airstrikes in Yemen mark a significant escalation in the conflict between Israel and the Houthi rebels. The international community has called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and urged all parties to refrain from further violence.
As the situation continues to unfold, the IDF remains on high alert and ready to respond to any threats to Israeli security. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
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