Israel strikes Houthi targets in Yemen
Israel said it had launched strikes on Houthi targets at three Yemeni ports, including Hodida, Ras Isa and Saif in the west.
The attack occurred when the Israeli military issued an evacuation order for civilians in the area, warning of the upcoming air strikes.
Israeli Defense Minister Katz confirmed on social media that the strike at a site controlled by the Gaufi, which the group was hijacked by the group.
Media operated by Houthi, Yemen, said the strikes attacked the port of Hodeidah but provided no other details about the damage or casualties.
Katz said the strike was part of Operation Black Flag and warned that Husseth “will continue to pay a heavy price for his actions.”
“Yemen's fate is the same as Tehran's fate. Anyone who tries to hurt Israel will be hurt, and anyone who raises his hand to Israel will be cut off.”
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