• Israel targets Houthi military infrastructure in Hodeidah, Yemen.
• Israeli Defense Minister warns of severe consequences for missile attacks.
• The Houthi group vows to continue attacks until Israel lifts its Gaza siege.

The Israeli military conducted airstrikes on Houthi targets at Yemen's Hodeidah port, marking its latest retaliation against Iran-backed militants for their missile attacks on Israel. Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the attacks aimed to disrupt the reinstatement of "terror infrastructure" previously targeted, as the port is reportedly used for arms transfers from Iran to the Houthis. Katz emphasized, "Yemen’s fate will be the same as Tehran’s," warning that the Houthis would face heavy repercussions for their aggression towards Israel, according to SCMP, India Times, and AA.

The strikes targeted various military assets at the port, including engineering equipment, fuel tanks, and naval vessels allegedly involved in aggression against Israel. The Houthi-run Al Masirah TV confirmed the incident, indicating that the dock had been significantly damaged, echoing earlier reports of repeated strikes on this key entry point for goods into Yemen. The Israeli military highlighted that the port serves as a logistical hub for weaponry used in attacks against both Israel and international shipping, according to SCMP, India Times, and Al Jazeera.

The ongoing conflict has escalated since the onset of Israel's war in Gaza, with the Houthis increasing their missile strikes aimed at Israeli targets, including recent attempts against Ben Gurion International Airport using advanced missile technology. The Houthi spokesperson reiterated that their operations would persist until Israel ceases its offensive in Gaza. This statement aligns with the group's broader strategy of solidarity with Palestinians amidst ongoing hostilities in the region, according to AA and India Times.