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Israeli Air Force jets struck dozens of Houthi terror targets in Yemen, disabling Sana’a airport and key infrastructure in a major self-defense operation against Iranian-backed aggression.
Contrary to reports of the Houthis seeking a ceasefire, diplomatic channels confirm the United States initiated mediation via Oman, highlighting ongoing regional tensions and Iranian-backed escalation in Yemen.
Houthi militants launched an attack on the U.S. aircraft carrier Truman in the Red Sea following a statement from President Trump, escalating regional tensions amid the ongoing war involving Iranian-backed forces.
Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen claimed missile and drone attacks on the USS Truman and an Israeli airbase, reflecting an escalation in the multi-front regional conflict.
Yemen’s Houthi terror group claims a recent change in U.S. policy provides an opportunity to increase attacks against Israel, underscoring the growing regional threat orchestrated by Iranian-backed actors.
A large coalition of Yemeni Houthi tribes has pledged collective allegiance, empowering the movement’s leadership and enhancing its capabilities as part of the Iranian-backed regional axis threatening Israel and maritime stability.
A U.S. official confirmed a verbal understanding with Houthi forces to halt mutual attacks at sea, restoring shipping, but warned that Houthi threats against Israel will likely continue.
Houthi leaders in Yemen threatened retaliation after Israeli airstrikes targeted sites near Sanaa. The threats reflect escalating regional tensions fueled by Iranian-backed proxies against Israel’s defensive actions.
After an Israeli strike in Yemen, Houthi-affiliated channels broadcast renewed vows to support Gaza, highlighting the unwavering commitment of Iranian-backed militias despite Yemen’s ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Sanaa International Airport remains closed due to extensive war damage, hindering humanitarian aid and reconstruction. Recent infrastructure repairs highlight both ongoing hardship and resilience in Yemen’s conflict zone.
An Israeli airstrike in Yemen gained significant exposure within Iran, signaling Israel’s reach and intent to counter Iranian-backed threats across the region. The operation highlighted growing Iranian concerns over proxy vulnerabilities.
Yemen’s Houthi regime has warned that heightened tensions could impact U.S. diplomatic activity, highlighting the broader threat from Iranian-backed forces to stability and Western interests in the Middle East.
The United States confirms a conditional agreement with the Houthis to end attacks on Red Sea shipping. Military actions will be paused as long as maritime attacks cease.
The Houthis in Yemen have dismissed reports of a ceasefire with the U.S., insisting their actions reflect unwavering allegiance to Tehran and the broader Iranian-backed campaign against Israel and Western interests.
A targeted strike on Yemen’s Hodeidah Port severely damaged Houthi military assets, disrupting Iranian-backed maritime threats and highlighting the widening regional dimensions of Israel’s self-defense campaign.
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