Israel launched airstrikes on key sites in Yemen’s Hodeidah in response to ongoing attacks by the Houthi armed group. The Israeli military targeted an oil facility and a power station in the city, resulting in severe burns for many of the victims, according to Yemen’s Health Ministry.
The Houthi armed group has warned that it will not hesitate to attack what it deems as “vital targets” in Israel, escalating tensions between the two sides. The airstrikes in Hodeidah mark a significant escalation in the conflict between Israel and the Houthi group, which has been ongoing for years.
The situation in Yemen has been volatile for some time, with various factions vying for control and power. The conflict has resulted in a humanitarian crisis, with millions of Yemeni civilians suffering from food insecurity and lack of access to basic services.
It remains to be seen how the situation will develop following Israel’s airstrikes in Hodeidah, and whether the Houthi armed group will retaliate further. The international community has called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Yemen, but achieving lasting peace and stability in the region remains a challenge.
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