Israeli Fighter Jets Bomb Houthi Targets in Yemen

Israeli fighter jets targeted Houthi military sites in Yemen's Hodeidah port, killing three and wounding 87, in retaliation to a Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv. The strikes hit oil facilities and power stations, heightening fears of a broader regional conflict. The Houthis vow retaliation amid escalating tensions.

Israeli fighter jets struck Houthi military targets near Yemen's Hodeidah port on Saturday, killing at least three people and wounding 87, following a drone attack by the Iranian-backed group on Tel Aviv. Al-Masirah TV, Yemen's Houthi movement's news outlet, reported severe burns among the injured due to strikes on oil facilities and a power station.

Hodeidah residents reported explosions throughout the city during the air bombardment. Civil defense forces fought to extinguish fires in the port's oil tanks. The Israeli military stated the port was used by Houthis to receive Iranian weapon shipments and struck dual-use sites, including energy infrastructure.

Israel notified allies prior to conducting the strikes with F-15 fighters, all returning safely. The Houthi Supreme Political Council promised an 'effective response.' Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree asserted they would not hesitate to strike vital Israeli targets, further escalating regional conflict fears following the October 7 Hamas-led attack on Israel.

(With inputs from agencies.)