Israel Conducts Airstrikes on Hodeidah After Houthi Missile Attack Near Tel Aviv

Israel launched airstrikes on Yemen's Hodeidah port and surrounding infrastructure in response to a Houthi ballistic missile attack that landed near Ben Gurion International Airport, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. The Israeli Defense Forces targeted Houthi-controlled sites, including Hodeidah port—allegedly used for Iranian arms transfers—and a concrete factory thought to support tunnel construction and military purposes. The Houthis, who have been firing missiles and drones at Israel citing support for Palestinians, claimed responsibility for the attack on Ben Gurion and threatened further strikes on Israeli airports. While the Houthis accused both US and Israeli forces of the airstrikes, US officials stated they were not directly involved in this particular Israeli operation, though general coordination exists between the allies. The strikes have heightened fears of the Gaza conflict expanding across the Middle East and have impacted vital infrastructure in Yemen, including fuel supply systems. Israel has signaled that it will continue to respond forcefully to any threats from the Houthis or other regional actors.