a series of Israeli air strikes Earlier on Thursday, attacks targeted the Houthi-controlled Yemeni capital Sanaa, causing fires at energy facilities and the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah.
"The targets struck by (Israeli forces) are used for military purposes by the Houthis," a statement said. "These attacks weaken the Houthi terrorist regime and prevent it from using these targets for military and terrorist purposes, including by providing military support to the Houthis." smuggling of Iranian weapons in the region.”
Israeli forces attack Yemeni ports and energy infrastructure after launching rockets Houthi armed missiles IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari said the planes were shot down before reaching Israeli territory.
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On Thursday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Yemeni capital Sanaa and the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah, both controlled by Houthi terrorists. (AP Photo)
The Israeli military said: "Due to the possibility of falling debris from an interception, a rocket and missile alert was sounded."
Sirens sounded near Tel Aviv and surrounding areas as a huge explosion was heard overhead. The Houthis did not immediately claim the missile attack but said they would issue a statement within hours in the manner the group claimed it had carried out.
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Houthis have carried out attacks on Israel and shipping aimed at Support the Palestinians Israel continues to wage a war in the Gaza Strip that has killed more than 45,000 people, according to the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry.
The strike affected Yemen's Red Sea port city of Hodeidah. Pictured above is a previous attack on the town. (Ansarullah Media Center/AFP via Getty Images)
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The terrorist group has targeted more than 100 people merchant ship Since the war between Israel and Hamas broke out in October 2023.
Houthi-controlled media has so far provided no information on damage or casualties from Thursday's attack.