Coordinated Strikes on Houthi Infrastructure in Yemen After Ballistic Missile Attacks On Israel
The Houthi group controls the western third of Yemen, including its capital, Sana'a, as well as the Red Sea port of Hodeidah and much of northern Yemen.
MIDDLE EAST — On May 16, 2025, the Israel Defense Forces and the Saudi-led coalition conducted coordinated strikes on Houthi infrastructure at Hudeidah and Salif Ports in Yemen, targeting logistical hubs used for Iranian weapon transfers.
These actions responded to a Houthi ballistic missile attack on Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, which the Israel Defense Forces reported occurred on May 5, 2025, and multiple ballistic missiles launched by Houthi forces from Yemen toward Israel from May 14-16, 2025.
Building on earlier IDF strikes, this operation aims to disrupt Houthi military capabilities amid rising tensions, reflecting a unified strategy to counter Iran-backed threats to Red Sea maritime security.
While the Israel Defense Forces did not indicate direct U.S. involvement, historical trends suggest possible intelligence sharing, given the U.S. State Department’s emphasis on countering Iranian influence on March 15, 2025. However, the strikes raise humanitarian concerns due to potential civilian risks, requiring ongoing monitoring of the conflict’s trajectory.
Historical Context: Ansar Allah (Houthi Group), Analysis:
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