Netanyahu Promises Military Action Against Houthis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to retaliate against Yemen's Houthi rebels following a missile strike on Tel Aviv that injured at least 16 people. This attack is part of a broader pattern of Houthi aggression against Israel, with over 200 rockets and 170 drones fired since the start of the Gaza conflict in October 2023. Netanyahu announced that Israel would take forceful military action against the Houthis, similar to previous operations against Iran's allies, emphasizing that the U.S. and other nations share concerns about the threat the Houthis pose to global trade and security. The recent missile attacks have significantly impacted Israel's economy, particularly paralyzing the Red Sea port of Eilat, and have caused major disruptions in international shipping. Additionally, Israeli airstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen have resulted in casualties, including at least nine deaths from targeted strikes on Houthi infrastructure. The situation highlights the escalating tensions in the region and the interconnected nature of geopolitical conflicts.