The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has taken a new turn, as Israel has intensified its military operations beyond its borders.
Israel has launched airstrikes on Yemen’s Ras Issa and Hodeidah areas, targeting Houthi infrastructure in a bid to block Iranian supplies from reaching the region.
This information was shared in a statement from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
In their announcement, the military confirmed that they targeted Ras Issa and Hodeidah specifically.
Israel Launches Attack On Yemen
The IDF stated: “The IAF (Israeli Air Force) struck military targets belonging to the Houthi terrorist regime in Yemen in response to their recent attacks against Israel”.
The targeted sites included power plants and a seaport, which the Houthis reportedly used to transfer Iranian weapons to the region, along with military supplies and oil.
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The IDF also emphasised that over the past year, the Houthis have been operating under the direction and funding of Iran, in cooperation with Iraqi militias, to attack Israel, undermine regional stability, and disrupt global freedom of navigation.
“The IDF reiterated its commitment to continue operations at any distance—near or far—against all threats to the citizens of the State.”
⭕️BREAKING: The IAF struck military targets belonging to the Houthi terrorist regime in Yemen in response to their recent attacks against Israel.
The targets included power plants and a seaport, which were used by the Houthis to transfer Iranian weapons to the region, in… pic.twitter.com/QaWSD3uMEJ
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) September 29, 2024
