Yemen's Houthis Fire Missiles at Israel, Declare Conditional War on US-Israeli Forces
Key Takeaways
- Houthis claim missile strikes on Israel, marking entry into the Iran-Israel war.
- They vow to intervene militarily if escalation against Iran continues.
- They warned Israel and US not to use Red Sea and signaled direct action.
Houthis Launch Missiles at Israel
Yemen's Houthi movement fired ballistic and cruise missiles at Israeli military sites.
Israel's defense forces intercepted the missiles.
The Houthis announced conditional readiness to intervene militarily if the escalation continued.
Conditional Readiness to Intervene
The Houthis' military spokesman said their hands were on the trigger for direct military intervention.
The Houthis had until then refrained from participating despite being part of the Axis of Resistance.
They warned against using the Red Sea for operations against Iran.
Potential Bab al-Mandeb Closure
The Houthis threatened to disrupt navigation in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
Analysts viewed this as a significant escalation of Yemen's participation in the wider Iran war.
Iranian Pressure and Regional Dynamics
The Houthis appeared to be acting under heavy pressure from Tehran.
This came despite the Bush administration's campaign against the Houthis in 2025.
The Houthis' coordination with Iran and Hezbollah indicates a new phase in the multi-front Iran war.
More on Yemen
Iran-Backed Houthis Launch Missile Barrage At Israel, Open New War Front
32 sources compared
Houthis Launch First Missiles At Israel, Joining Iran War And Threatening Red Sea Routes
75 sources compared
Houthis Fire Missiles At Israel, Threaten Closure Of Bab Al-Mandeb
56 sources compared
Houthis Pledge Direct Military Intervention In Israel–Iran War, Threaten Red Sea Chokepoint
15 sources compared