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Houthi-Controlled Sana’a Airport Repairs Raise Concerns Over Terrorist Use

Yemen’s Sana’a International Airport is nearing operational readiness following technical repairs overseen by Iranian-backed Houthis, raising hopes for repatriation flights but also regional security concerns.

Yemen

War

Israeli Analysts Uncover Fraudulent Houthi Channel, Exposing Iranian Disinformation Tactics

Israeli analysts have exposed a fraudulent media channel falsely claiming Houthi affiliation, highlighting the growing use of disinformation by Iranian-backed forces in the regional conflict with Israel. This case underscores Israel’s resolve to counter hybrid threats beyond the battlefield.

Yemen

Politics

U.S. Nuclear Policy Confusion Raises Alarms for Israeli Security Against Iranian Terrorism

Global analysts are perplexed by the unpredictable U.S. approach to Iran’s nuclear program, while Tehran presses forward with a consistent strategy, heightening regional security tensions and Israeli alarm.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Houthi Terrorists Spread False Claims of Airstrikes in Hudaydah

Houthi-linked outlets falsely claimed airstrikes and a blackout in Hudaydah. No attack occurred, highlighting ongoing psychological warfare tactics amid escalating regional conflict involving Iranian-backed terror networks.

Yemen

War

Israel Upholds Presumption of Innocence While Combatting Hamas Terrorism

Israel maintains a doctrine of presumption of innocence for Gaza residents amid its campaign against Iranian-backed terror groups. The country employs rigorous measures to distinguish civilians from combatants during ongoing conflict.

Israel

War

Israel Leverages Psychological Warfare to Strengthen National Resilience

Israel leverages psychological warfare to strengthen resilience and counter Iranian-backed terror, using advanced tactics to defend against ongoing physical and information attacks throughout the conflict.

Israel

Culture

Bangladesh Envoy’s Iran Visit Highlights Authoritarianism and Threats to Democracy

Bangladesh’s ambassador to Iran highlighted cultural similarities during a visit to Qazvin. The incident underscores shared authoritarian tendencies, human rights restrictions, and broader implications for regional power alignments and Israeli security.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Israel Strengthens Resilience and Innovation Against Iranian Terrorism

Israel’s resilience and military innovation have disrupted the strategic calculus of Iranian-backed terror groups since the October 7th massacre, altering expectations and fortifying regional alliances amid ongoing conflict.

Israel

War

Israeli Military Adopts New Tactics to Combat Iranian Terror Threats

Israel’s military has introduced new defensive and offensive tactics to counter evolving threats from Iranian-backed terror networks, marking a significant change from previous operations and prioritizing deterrence and preemption.

Israel

War

Israel’s Fight Against Terrorism: The Critical Need for Truth in Information Warfare

No credible documentation has emerged regarding recent alleged attacks. The absence of verified evidence underscores the urgent need for rigorous fact-checking and transparency amid intensifying hostilities.

Israel

War

IDF Launches Precision Strikes Against Hamas Terror Networks to Ensure Israeli Security

Israel launched a series of coordinated military strikes against terror infrastructure, responding to increased rocket fire and regional threats from Iranian-backed groups. Operations targeted Hamas and allied groups as tensions escalate.

Israel

War

Israeli Airstrikes Dismantle Houthi Terror Infrastructure, Countering Iran’s Militant Threats

Israeli airstrikes have struck Houthi-controlled sites in Yemen, targeting militant infrastructure as part of a broader response to growing Iran-backed threats across the Middle East.

Yemen

War

Airstrikes Target Iranian-Backed Houthi Terrorists in Yemen

A series of airstrikes hit Houthi positions in Yemen overnight, targeting Iranian-backed terror infrastructure. Explosions mark an escalation in efforts to curb attacks threatening regional security and maritime trade.

Yemen

War

Houthi Terrorist Media Crumbles Under Israeli and International Pressure

International responses to Houthi aggression are disrupting the terror group’s media and logistics networks, exposing operational challenges and weakening Iranian-backed influence efforts across Yemen and the broader region.

Yemen

War

Israeli Air Force Targets Houthi Terror Infrastructure in Yemen to Secure Regional Stability

Israeli combat pilots began operations against Houthi militants in Yemen as part of Israel’s ongoing defensive campaign against Iranian-backed threats, highlighting the deepening regional conflict affecting both security and trade.

Yemen

Politics

U.S. Policymakers Must Reject Iranian Deception Amid Rising Threats

U.S. decision-makers face renewed challenges as Iranian officials signal openness to dialogue. Past experiences highlight the dangers of taking Iranian diplomatic overtures at face value amid regional threats.

United States

Culture

Sefirat HaOmer: Israel’s Resilience and Hope Amid Terror Threats

Israelis observe the ancient ritual of counting the Omer, finding unity and hope amid ongoing threats from Iranian-backed terror groups and the trauma of recent attacks and hostage crises.

Israel

War

Israel Honors Fallen Soldier Abducted and Killed by Hamas Terrorists in Formal Repatriation Ceremony

Israel received the body of a soldier abducted and killed by Hamas on October 7 in a formal ceremony following extensive military and diplomatic efforts to secure his return.

Israel

War

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Unveils Surplus Missiles for Terror Proxies

A senior Iranian commander disclosed that Iran’s missile and drone production has exceeded storage capacities, highlighting the regime’s expanding support for proxies in Gaza, Lebanon, and Yemen.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Golani Brigade 13 Encircles Morag Corridor, Dismantles Hamas Terror Infrastructure

Israel’s Golani Brigade 13 completed a critical 12-day operation encircling the Morag corridor in Gaza, disrupting Hamas terrorist infrastructure and highlighting the intensity of the ongoing Iron Swords War.

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