Iran-Aligned Houthis Enter Fight, Launch First Strikes At Israel
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Iran-Aligned Houthis Enter Fight, Launch First Strikes At Israel

27 March, 2026.Iran.18 sources

Yemen's Houthi movement launched ballistic missiles at Israel, marking its first direct attack. Opens a new front in the Iran-Israel war and risks Red Sea shipping.

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Houthis Launch Missiles at Israel

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis entered the Middle East war by firing ballistic missiles and drones at Israel.

A new actor has stepped into a war already being waged on multiple fronts: Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels

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Israel's air defense systems intercepted all incoming projectiles.

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The Houthis pledged to continue strikes until all fronts of the resistance cease being attacked.

Red Sea Shipping at Risk

The Houthis threaten the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a vital maritime chokepoint.

The group has previously disrupted shipping in the Red Sea during past conflicts.

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Analysts warned of significant implications for regional stability and the global economy.

U.S. Forces Deploy Amid Unclear Strategy

Debate over the duration and objectives continues to grow.

Polling showed strong backing for air operations but limited support for ground troops.

War Spreads as Regional Proxies Engage

The Houthi strikes on Israel expanded the war beyond Iran itself.

Israel simultaneously engaged Hezbollah in Lebanon.

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The conflict's spread raised concerns in the Gulf Cooperation Council.