Houthis Confirm Continued Attacks on Israel Despite US Ceasefire

A recent ceasefire agreement between the United States and Yemen’s Houthi rebels, brokered with Omani mediation, halts Houthi attacks on US ships in exchange for the US stopping its bombing campaign in Yemen. However, Houthi spokesmen and negotiators have clarified that the deal does not extend to Israel or Israel-linked targets, and they intend to continue attacks on Israeli vessels and interests, particularly in response to the ongoing situation in Gaza. The announcement caught Israeli officials by surprise, with some in Israel feeling abandoned, though others note it preserves Israel’s freedom of action against the Houthis. Analysts suggest that while the Houthis may still pose a threat to Israel, their ability to resupply weapons has been diminished by recent Israeli strikes on Yemeni infrastructure. The deal has sparked concerns in Israel about ongoing US-Iran negotiations and the broader implications for regional security. Both US and Houthi officials indicated the agreement is strictly limited to US-Houthi hostilities and does not constrain either party's other regional activities.