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Defense Minister:

'We destroyed the airport in Sana'a, a message to Iran'

PM Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz address the IAF airstrikes on the Sana'a airport today in retaliation for the Houthi missile strike at Ben Gurion Airport.

'We destroyed the airport in Sana'a, a message to Iran'

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New footage from IAF retaliatory strikes in Yemen

The IDF releases new footage from the attack by about 20 fighter jets against Houthi terror targets in Yemen.

New footage from IAF retaliatory strikes in Yemen

IDF: Sana'a airport fully disabled

Houthis also say the Sana'a airport has been completely destroyed.

IDF: Sana'a airport fully disabled

'The response is near'

Houthi official threatens in Hebrew

Senior Houthi official Hezam al-Asad posted a threatening post in Hebrew stating: 'The blood of the civilians and workers will be the fuel for the harsh and loud Yemeni response.'

Houthi official threatens in Hebrew

IAF striking Sana'a Airport

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee issued an urgent warning ordering the evacuation of the Sana'a International Airport in Yemen's capital. Security official confirms the airstrikes have begun.

IAF striking Sana'a Airport

IAF strikes port in Yemen after strike on Ben Gurion Airport

Israeli Air Force striking in Yemen following the Houthi ballistic missile strike at Ben Gurion Airport that resulted in the injury of 6 civilians.

IAF strikes port in Yemen after strike on Ben Gurion Airport

Houthis threaten: We will impose an aerial blockade on Israel

The military spokesperson of the Houthis in Yemen announces the imposition of a "comprehensive aerial blockade on Israel."

Houthis threaten: We will impose an aerial blockade on Israel

Ben Gurion Airport:

Several injured after missile launched from Yemen not intercepted

Air defense systems activated in response to missile attack launched from Yemen. Sirens activated in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and much of central Israel.

Several injured after missile launched from Yemen not intercepted

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Missile strikes Ben Gurion Airport

Arrow and Thaad systems fail to intercept ballistic missile, resulting in injuries to civilians at Ben Gurion Airport. Defense Minister: "Whoever attacks us will be struck sevenfold."

Missile strikes Ben Gurion Airport

Missile from Yemen intercepted, fragments found in preschool

Explosions heard in central Israel, despite interception outside Israel's borders; interception fragments found in Mishmar Ha'emek's Gan Zayit preschool. Houthis claim: We fired ballistic missile at Ramat David base.

Missile from Yemen intercepted, fragments found in preschool

Third time in one day:

UAV from Yemen intercepted

UAV fired from Yemen intercepted in the area of the Dead Sea. No sirens sounded in accordance with protocol.

UAV from Yemen intercepted

Second time in a day:

Sirens in northern Israel following missile launch from Yemen

Houthis launch missile towards northern Israel, just eight hours after launching ballistic missile 'towards Ramat David base.' None injured.

Sirens in northern Israel following missile launch from Yemen

Hegseth warns Iran:

'You will pay the consequences for supporting the Houthis'

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns Iran of consequences for backing Yemen's Houthis, as the US military intensifies its air campaign. Over 1,000 Houthi targets have been hit since mid-March.

'You will pay the consequences for supporting the Houthis'

Pentagon:

Over 1,000 Houthi targets hit by US strikes since March

Pentagon reports that over 1,000 Houthi targets have been struck in Yemen since March 15, when the US Army began its latest offensive against the Iran-backed rebels.

Over 1,000 Houthi targets hit by US strikes since March

Iran:

'US strikes in Yemen are a war crime'

Iran condemns US strikes on Yemen that Houthi rebels claimed killed at least 68 people.

'US strikes in Yemen are a war crime'

IAF intercepts drone fired from Yemen

IDF says that a UAV that was launched from the east was intercepted by the IAF prior to crossing into Israeli territory.

IAF intercepts drone fired from Yemen

US sanctions ships linked to fueling Houthi terrorism in Yemen

The US Treasury and State Departments announce sanctions against vessels supplying Houthis with fuel.

US sanctions ships linked to fueling Houthi terrorism in Yemen

US Army says it has hit more than 800 Houthi targets in Yemen

Since March, US forces have struck over 800 Houthi targets in Yemen, killing hundreds of fighters and senior leaders, says CENTCOM.

US Army says it has hit more than 800 Houthi targets in Yemen

Sirens in Dead Sea and Arava

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens sounded in the Dead Sea and Arava regions following the firing of a missile from Yemen. IDF says the missile was intercepted before it crossed into Israeli territory.

Missile from Yemen intercepted

US military:

Houthi missile caused deadly explosion in Sana'a

The US Central Command clarified that based on various evidence, an explosion near the Yemeni capital's old city was caused by a Houthi air defense missile and not a US strike, as the Houthis had claimed.

Houthi missile caused deadly explosion in Sana'a

Yemeni official:

US airstrikes in Yemen have killed 500 Houthis

At least 500 Houthi terrorists, including senior figures behind maritime attacks, have been killed by recent US strikes in Yemen, according to Yemeni officials.

US airstrikes in Yemen have killed 500 Houthis

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens in Haifa, Acre and other towns in northern Israel

IDF says it identified the launch of a missile from Yemen towards Israeli territory. Moments later, sirens sounded in Haifa, Nahariya, Acre and other towns across northern Israel. Missile was likely successfully intercepted. Magen David Adom: Several people injured on their way to shelter.

Sirens in Haifa, Acre and other towns in northern Israel

Houthis claim downing of US drone, target US aircraft carriers

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim responsibility for shooting down a US MQ-9 drone and launching attacks on two US aircraft carriers.

Houthis claim downing of US drone, target US aircraft carriers

Yemeni Minister:

'Trump’s stance on Houthis signals turning point for region'

Yemen’s Information Minister Moammar al-Eryani lauds President Trump’s military strikes on the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, calling them a pivotal move to curb regional threats and restore stability.

'Trump’s stance on Houthis signals turning point for region'

After US strikes

Houthis down US drone, vow escalation

Yemen’s Houthis claim to have downed a US MQ-9 drone and vow retaliation after US strikes on Ras Issa fuel port killed 74.

Houthis down US drone, vow escalation

To disrupt terror funding

US strikes fuel sites used by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen

US forces strike fuel facilities used by the Iran-backed Houthis to cut off a major source of illegal revenue funding terrorism in the region. Houthis report 17 dead and dozens injured.

US strikes fuel sites used by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen

US: China-linked firm aiding Houthi attacks on US naval forces

US officials say a Chinese satellite company tied to Beijing’s military is providing targeting intelligence to Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, despite repeated diplomatic warnings to China.

US: China-linked firm aiding Houthi attacks on US naval forces

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and the Shfela region

Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, the Shfela and Sharon regions following a launch from Yemen. IDF says one missile was successfully intercepted. Magen David Adom: No reports of injuries.

Sirens in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and the Shfela region

'Missile incoming'

IDF to send early alerts about Houthi missile attacks

The IDF announced that a preliminary guideline will be issued prior to the activation of an official alert to allow civilians to move to safer nearby shelters.

IDF to send early alerts about Houthi missile attacks

Intercepted drone crashes in Jordan, sparks fire

Jordan says a drone intercepted by the IDF on its way to Israel crashed in Ma'in village, igniting a fire. No casualties reported, emergency teams quickly contained the blaze.

Intercepted drone crashes in Jordan, sparks fire

IAF intercepts UAV making its way to Israel from the east

UAV that was on its way to Israeli territory from Yemen intercepted by the IAF in the Dead Sea area. IDF says no sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.

IAF intercepts UAV making its way to Israel from the east

Second US aircraft carrier joins operations against Houthis

USS Carl Vinson arrives in the Middle East, joining the USS Harry S. Truman to bolster US military efforts against Houthi rebel targets in Yemen.

Second US aircraft carrier joins operations against Houthis

UAV approaching Israeli territory intercepted by the IAF

UAV approaching Israeli territory from the east intercepted by the IAF in the Arava region. IDF is investigating whether it was fired from Yemen.

UAV approaching Israeli territory intercepted by the IAF

Report:

Iran pulling forces from Yemen amid heightened US pressure

Iran has pulled its military personnel from Yemen amid escalating US airstrikes against the Houthi rebels. Senior Iranian official cites concerns over potential direct conflict with the US as the main reason.

Iran pulling forces from Yemen amid heightened US pressure

US targets Russia network aiding Houthis with arms, grain

US imposes sanctions on individuals and entities in Russia involved in supplying weapons, sensitive goods, and stolen Ukrainian grain to Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis.

US targets Russia network aiding Houthis with arms, grain

Amid rising tensions with Iran

US deploys B-2 bombers and carrier strike groups

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders deployment of additional warplanes in the Middle East as tensions with Iran and the Houthis escalate.

US deploys B-2 bombers and carrier strike groups

Estimate: Houthis have very limited missile supply

Defense echelon believes Yemen's Houthi rebels have only a few dozen ballistic missiles, limited areas to launch from.

Estimate: Houthis have very limited missile supply

Sirens in Jerusalem area:

2 missiles fired from Yemen intercepted outside of Israel

Debris from interception by Arrow missile defense system lands in Tel Aviv area.

2 missiles fired from Yemen intercepted outside of Israel

US continues to strike Houthis in Yemen, over 70 attacks reported

Houthi-affiliated media report US strikes on Houthi targets in the provinces of Saada, Sanaa, and Al-Jawf. One civilian reportedly killed and three others were wounded.

US continues to strike Houthis in Yemen, over 70 attacks reported

Trump:

Houthis are ‘dying for peace’ after successful US strikes

US President says the Houthi rebels in Yemen want peace because "they're getting the hell knocked out of them", but also stresses US strikes on them are going to continue for a long time.

Houthis are ‘dying for peace’ after successful US strikes

Mike Waltz accepts responsibility for editor in sensitive chat

US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz takes full responsibility for accidentally including The Atlantic editor in chat group discussing military strikes against the Houthis in Yemen: “I built the group. My job is to make sure everything’s coordinated.”

Mike Waltz accepts responsibility for editor in sensitive chat

Security lapse

Journalist added to White House chat discussing Houthi strikes

White House reviewing how Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was mistakenly added to a group chat discussing plans for US strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen.

Journalist added to White House chat discussing Houthi strikes

Missile from Yemen sets off sirens in central Israel

Ballistic missile intercepted before entering Israeli airspace in latest attack by the Houthis.

Missile from Yemen sets off sirens in central Israel

Missile from Yemen intercepted outside Israeli territory

Sirens sounded in localities across central Israel, Jerusalem and the Shfela regions following a launch from Yemen. IDF says a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF prior to crossing into Israeli territory.

Missile from Yemen intercepted outside Israeli territory

Missile fired from Yemen

Sirens in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

For the first time in two months, sirens sounded in central Israel, the Shfela region, and in Jerusalem and the surrounding area. IDF says a missile from Yemen was intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory.

Sirens in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

Missile from Yemen sets off sirens in Jerusalem

For 2nd time today, an attack from Yemen activated Red Alert sirens in Israel's capital and other parts of the country.

Missile from Yemen sets off sirens in Jerusalem

New footage shows US strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

Houthis claim they launched an attack on an American aircraft carrier in the Red Sea, their fourth time firing on US warships in 72 hours.

New footage shows US strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

US strikes on Houthis:

Iran threatens 'decisive' response

IRGC commander Hossein Salami issues warning to the US following its strikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels: Iran will not wage war, but if anyone threatens, it will give appropriate, decisive and conclusive responses.

Iran threatens 'decisive' response

Houthis threaten to attack American ships

The Houthi military command in Yemen declares that the naval blockade on Israel will continue until aid is allowed into the Gaza Strip.

Houthis threaten to attack American ships

Following US strikes on Houthis:

Israel preparing for potential missiles from Yemen

Israeli air defense raises alert level to highest possible over concerns of Houthi strike, despite lack of concrete threats.

Israel preparing for potential missiles from Yemen

Houthis vow:

'Sanaa will remain Gaza's shield despite US strikes'

Houthi official stresses that US strikes on the rebels will not deter them. Meanwhile, US official says the US campaign against the Houthis could “last days and maybe weeks”.

'Sanaa will remain Gaza's shield despite US strikes'

'Decisive and powerful'

13 dead after US begins widescale attack in Yemen

US President Donald Trump announces attacks on Houthis in Yemen, says, 'Joe Biden’s response was pathetically weak, so the unrestrained Houthis just kept going.'

13 dead after US begins widescale attack in Yemen

Houthis announce:

'We will resume attacks on Israeli ships'

Houthi rebels in Yemen announce that they will attack any ship that violates the group's ban on Israeli vessels passing through the Red and Arabian seas, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the Gulf of Aden.

'We will resume attacks on Israeli ships'

Houthi leader issues ultimatum to Israel over Gaza aid blockade

Leader of Yemen's Houthi rebels says his group will resume attacks against Israel if the blockade preventing aid from reaching Gaza is not lifted within four days.

Houthi leader issues ultimatum to Israel over Gaza aid blockade

Houthis claim:

'We downed a US drone over Yemen'

Iran-backed Houthi rebels claim they successfully intercepted a US MQ-9 reconnaissance drone which was “violating Yemeni airspace and conducting hostile operations”.

'We downed a US drone over Yemen'

US officially labels Houthis as terror group

Secretary of State Rubio announces that the United States has officially implemented the designation of the Houthi movement as a "foreign terrorist organization", following President Trump's executive order on the issue, which was signed in January.

US officially labels Houthis as terror group

Houthi leader:

'Resumption of Gaza war means Jaffa will be hit'

Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, leader of the Houthi rebels in Yemen, warns Israel: The resumption of war in Gaza means that the entire entity and first and foremost Jaffa, will be under fire.

'Resumption of Gaza war means Jaffa will be hit'

For the first time:

Houthi rebels target US F-16 with surface-to-air missile

US defense officials confirm that Yemen’s Houthi rebels fired surface-to-air missiles at a US F-16 fighter jet in an incident on February 19. A policy debate is underway at the highest levels of the US military regarding the best strategy to counter the Houthis.

Houthi rebels target US F-16 with surface-to-air missile

Yemeni Minister:

'Arrest Houthis at Nasrallah's funeral'

Yemeni Information Minister Moammar al-Eryani calls for arrest of several leaders from the Iran-backed Houthi movement, stating they plan to attend the funeral of Lebanese Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut.

'Arrest Houthis at Nasrallah's funeral'

Yemeni government thwarts smuggling of weapons to Houthis

US Central Command says that the internationally recognized Yemeni government had thwarted an attempt to smuggle Iranian weapons to the Houthi rebels on February 12.

Yemeni government thwarts smuggling of weapons to Houthis






























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