Israel and Yemen's Houthis Trade Missile Strikes, Escalating Red Sea Tensions

Tensions have sharply escalated between Israel and Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi militants, with both sides launching attacks in recent days.

The Houthis claimed responsibility for firing ballistic and hypersonic missiles, as well as drones, targeting Israel's Ben Gurion Airport and other sites, though Israel intercepted most of these threats. In retaliation, Israel's military struck Houthi-controlled infrastructure at Yemen's Hodeidah port, using drones and airstrikes. These exchanges mark a significant expansion of the conflict beyond Gaza, raising fears of broader regional instability and threats to Red Sea shipping.

Both sides have vowed further action, with Israel warning of severe consequences for continued Houthi attacks.