Final Warning Unheeded: Tensions Escalate Between Israel and Yemeni Houthis

Israel's ambassador to the UN issued a stern warning to Yemen's Houthi militants and Tehran about ongoing missile attacks, promising severe repercussions similar to those faced by Hamas and Hezbollah. The U.N. expressed concern about escalating violence, while Russia criticized Israel's retaliatory actions as disproportionate.

In a dramatic turn of events at the United Nations, Israel's ambassador issued a final ultimatum to Yemeni Houthi militants backed by Iran. The stern warning stemmed from ongoing missile and drone attacks targeting Israel.

The ambassador, addressing the U.N. Security Council, emphasized that continued aggression by the Houthis could lead to them facing severe consequences similar to recent setbacks faced by Hamas and Hezbollah.

Concerns over escalating violence prompted U.N. officials to urge restraint, while Russia condemned Israeli retaliatory actions as a disproportionate response.

(With inputs from agencies.)