After campaigns in Gaza and rising friction with Iran, Israel has now set its sights on the Houthi rebels in Yemen. With the Middle East already on edge, this move could push the region closer to a broader and more dangerous conflict.
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It turns its military attention to Yemen
Israel has now turned its armed attention to Yemen, which is a big strategic move. The main focus is on the Houthi rebel group, which is backed by Iran and has become more active in the area. This comes after months of fierce fighting in Gaza and rising tensions with Iran.
The Houthis are becoming a bigger threat in the Red Sea
Israeli intelligence agencies say they are becoming more worried about the Houthis’ abilities, especially their plans to make missiles and drones. These weapons could hurt ships with ties to Israel in the Red Sea, which is an important shipping path. The Houthis are said to have launched several drone strikes that were connected in some way to Israeli and Western goals.
Tel Aviv Thinks About Preemptive Strikes
Reports say that the Israeli Air Force is keeping a close eye on northern Yemen and has picked out several Houthi bases that could be attacked. It is said that military managers are working on preemptive strike options, especially to destroy drone bases and long-range missile launchers.
In the Middle East as a whole, tensions may rise
Adding Yemen to the situation makes it even more dangerous. Things are already very tense in the area. Israel has to deal with Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran’s strategic risks all at the same time. Analysts say that adding Yemen to the mix could lead to a full-on war in the area.
The US and Saudi Arabia are very closely watching
The US and Saudi Arabia are both very interested in Israel’s moves because they both had a hand in Yemen’s civil war and are worried about Iran’s power. Because the Red Sea is so important to world trade, any problems there could have effects all over the world.
