Houthis launch drone strikes on 'Israel' over Gaza war, Hudaydah attack

The Yemeni armed forces, led by the Houthi movement, announced on Monday that they carried out a “qualitative military operation” targeting multiple 'Israeli' sites in response to the genocide in Gaza and a recent 'Israeli' strike on Yemen’s Hudaydah port.

In a statement, the Houthis said their drone force hit Lod Airport, a military site in the Yafa area, Eilat Port, Ramon Airport, and a vital target in Ashdod using five drones. The group claimed the operation was successful and achieved its objectives.

They stated that the attack as part of Yemen’s “religious, moral, and humanitarian duty” to support the Palestinian people and condemned the ongoing 'Israeli' aggression against Gaza.

“The great Yemen, confident in God, has faced hostile attacks in recent months and stood firm. We are fully prepared to confront any future aggression,” the statement read.

The Houthis reaffirmed their commitment to continue attacks until the 'Israeli' offensive on Gaza ends and the siege is lifted.

“Operations will not stop until the aggression on Gaza stops,” they declared, concluding with slogans of resistance and support for Palestinians.

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the Red Sea and growing regional fallout from the war in Gaza.