Israel Launches Strikes Against Houthi Terrorists Backed by Iran in Yemen

Israel delivered a decisive blow to Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists in Yemen on Sunday, responding to missile attacks aimed at its territory. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched air strikes targeting military assets of the Houthis, who have long served as Iran’s proxies in the region.

The IDF's operation comes on the heels of another high-profile military success, the recent elimination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in southern Lebanon. The latest strikes in Yemen targeted key infrastructure used by the Houthi regime, including power plants and a major seaport. These facilities were instrumental in transferring Iranian weapons and military supplies to the region, posing a serious threat to Israel and global security.

• The Houthis have increasingly targeted global shipping routes in the Red Sea, launching terrorist attacks on commercial ships and even Western naval forces.

• Despite numerous provocations, the Biden administration has repeatedly failed to adequately respond to recent missile and drone attacks on U.S. forces.

• The Houthis are not just a regional problem — their terrorist actions have international ramifications, especially with their efforts to destabilize critical maritime routes.

The Israeli airstrikes sent a powerful message of action, contrasting starkly with the Biden-Harris administration’s passive approach. Last week, dozens of missiles and drones were fired at U.S. Navy vessels, yet Washington’s response has been largely absent. In contrast, Israel's air force swiftly and effectively neutralized threats in Yemen, targeting oil storage facilities and military equipment vital to the Houthis' operations.

Video footage from the strikes in Hodeidah showed massive explosions and thick black smoke billowing from hit oil facilities, underscoring the strategic importance of these targets. Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi summed it up: “This is not a message, it is an action — an action that carries a message with it.” Israel’s response wasn’t just a symbolic gesture; it was a direct and decisive move to defend its people and counter Iranian influence in the region.

As the Middle East continues to be a powder keg of Iranian-sponsored terrorism, Israel remains committed to taking the necessary actions to protect its sovereignty and global security. Meanwhile, the U.S. appears hesitant to engage, leaving allies like Israel to take matters into their own hands.

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