IAF Carries Out Strikes On Houthi Targets In Yemen In Response For Recent Ballistic Missile Attacks On Israel
The operation by Israel was in response to repeated Houthi attacks involving surface-to-surface missiles and drones launched toward Israeli territory.
MIDDLE EAST — On May 05, 2025, at 08:00 UTC, the Israeli Air Force conducted airstrikes on Houthi targets along Yemen’s coastline, specifically targeting military infrastructure. The operation was in response to repeated Houthi attacks involving surface-to-surface missiles and drones launched toward Israeli territory.
These Houthi actions have heightened tensions in the region, marking a notable escalation (an increase in the intensity or scope of a conflict) in the ongoing conflict. This incident underscores the broader geopolitical friction involving Iran-backed groups and Israel.
