News and updates about Yemen

3-pronged attack

Sirens triggered following fire from Iran, Lebanon, and Yemen

Sirens were activated in several areas across the country following a coordinated attack from three fronts: Iran, Lebanon, and Yemen.

Sirens triggered following fire from Iran, Lebanon, and Yemen

Mulit-front attack:

Missiles launched from Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran at Israel

Missile from Yemen intercepted, as were some of the launches from Iran. Around 150 launches have been fired from Lebanon since this morning

Missiles launched from Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran at Israel

Houthi leader warns group has ‘fingers on the trigger’

Houthi leader Abdul Malik Al-Houthi warns that the Iran-backed group is ready to strike as tensions rise following US and Israeli attacks on Iran.

Houthi leader warns group has ‘fingers on the trigger’

Houthis threaten to 'open the gates of hell'

Houthi spokesman warns Israel that continued fighting in Gaza could trigger renewed attacks from Yemen amid what he calls a fragile ceasefire

Houthis threaten to 'open the gates of hell'

Report:

US strike kills three suspected Al‑Qaeda terrorists in Yemen

A US drone strike in Yemen’s Marib province reportedly eliminates three suspected members of Al‑Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula.

US strike kills three suspected Al‑Qaeda terrorists in Yemen

Houthis uphold death sentences for nine accused of espionage

A Houthi court in Sanaa upholds death sentences for nine Yemenis accused of espionage.

Houthis uphold death sentences for nine accused of espionage

Yemen announces major gains against UAE-backed rebel group

Yemen’s internationally recognized government announced it has restored control over Hadramout province after forces secured key cities, airports, and installations amid clashes with STC-linked units.

Yemen announces major gains against UAE-backed rebel group

IDF summarizes 2025

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

IDF summarizes 2025: Around 21,000 strikes and the elimination of senior leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Iranian regime.

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

Houthis threaten Israel after Somaliland recognition

After Israel recognizes Somaliland, Yemen’s Houthis warn that any Israeli presence on Somali soil will be a military target.

Houthis threaten Israel after Somaliland recognition

9 months later

Houthis confirm deaths of senior commanders in US strikes

After months of concealing it, Houthi terrorists in Yemen admitted that several missile and UAV forces commanders were eliminated in US drone strikes in March.

Houthis confirm deaths of senior commanders in US strikes

Houthis, Yemeni government to exchange nearly 3,000 prisoners

Yemen’s warring parties agree to exchange nearly 3,000 prisoners after Oman talks, marking the largest swap in 11 years and raising cautious hopes for advancing peace efforts.

Houthis, Yemeni government to exchange nearly 3,000 prisoners

US slams Houthis over detention of embassy staff in Yemen

US condemns Houthis’ unlawful detention of embassy staff in Yemen, calling it intimidation and demanding their immediate, unconditional release.

US slams Houthis over detention of embassy staff in Yemen

UN chief slams Houthis’ court referral of UN staff in Yemen

UN Secretary-General Guterres condemns Houthis’ referral of UN staff to court, demanding release of 59 UN personnel held in Yemen.

UN chief slams Houthis’ court referral of UN staff in Yemen

Houthis release crew of ship they attacked in Red Sea

Crew of the Greek-operated Eternity C, sunk in July after Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, have been released. Eleven seafarers are set to arrive in Oman, ending months of captivity.

Houthis release crew of ship they attacked in Red Sea

Pentagon watchdog:

Hegseth risked troops with Signal Yemen strike chat

Pentagon watchdog says Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth endangered US troops by sharing Yemen strike details on Signal, though he had authority to declassify.

Hegseth risked troops with Signal Yemen strike chat

Filipino crew of sunk cargo ship to be released by Houthis

Philippines says nine Filipino crew members of the Eternity C, sunk by Houthis in July, will be released. The men will be transferred from Sanaa to Oman before returning home.

Filipino crew of sunk cargo ship to be released by Houthis

US drone strike in Yemen kills two suspected Al-Qaeda terrorists

A US drone strike in Yemen’s Marib province eliminates two alleged Al-Qaeda terrorists riding a motorcycle. The strike comes amid ongoing counter-terrorism operations.

US drone strike in Yemen kills two suspected Al-Qaeda terrorists

Over Israel spying

Houthi court sentences 18 UN aid workers to death

A Houthi court in Sanaa sentences 18 UN aid workers to death for allegedly spying for Israel. The UN condemns the ruling, warning obstruction of humanitarian relief in Yemen risks famine for millions.

Houthi court sentences 18 UN aid workers to death

Report:

Hamas stockpiling weapons around the world for post-war use

According to a Kan News report, Hamas has begun storing advanced weapons in Africa, Yemen, and other friendly states to smuggle later into strategic locations, undermining disarmament initiatives.

Hamas stockpiling weapons around the world for post-war use

Houthis threaten:

Renewed attacks on Israel if Gaza ceasefire collapses

Houthis warn they’ll resume missile and drone attacks on Israel if Gaza ceasefire fails.

Renewed attacks on Israel if Gaza ceasefire collapses

Houthis claim CIA-Mossad spy network arrested in Yemen

Houthis claim they arrested a CIA-Mossad spy ring operating under Saudi command in Yemen. The group alleges Israeli officers helped run the network, though no independent evidence has confirmed the claims.

Houthis claim CIA-Mossad spy network arrested in Yemen

Houthi militia preparing for another military clash

The leader of Yemen’s Houthi militia says a new military clash with Israel is inevitable, prompting intensified efforts to expand the group’s military capabilities.

Houthi militia preparing for another military clash

Houthis to try 43 UN staff over role in Israeli strike on Sanaa

Houthis to try 43 UN staff for alleged links to Israeli strike that killed top officials. UN denies accusations, calls detentions arbitrary, and demands immediate release of all personnel.

Houthis to try 43 UN staff over role in Israeli strike on Sanaa

Yemen:

Sixth UN staffer detained as Houthi raids escalate

Houthis detain sixth UN staffer in Yemen, confiscate equipment, and hold 59 personnel. UN warns aid efforts are at risk and reassesses operations in Houthi-controlled areas.

Sixth UN staffer detained as Houthi raids escalate

Houthis arrest UN staff, accuse them of spying for Israel

Houthis arrest three UN staffers in Sanaa, accusing them of spying for Israel. The arrests follow a raid on a UN compound.

Houthis arrest UN staff, accuse them of spying for Israel

Yemen:

Houthis free 12 UN staffers, over 50 still detained

Houthis release 12 UN staffers in Yemen, but over 50 remain detained. The UN urges their immediate release and continues talks with regional powers to secure their freedom.

Houthis free 12 UN staffers, over 50 still detained

This is how Israel exposed the Houthi Chief of Staff

An investigation by the intelligence blog Intelli Times reveals that a walkie talkie regularly carried by Houthi Chief of Staff Muhammad al-Ghamari resembles a device manufactured in Israel.

This is how Israel exposed the Houthi Chief of Staff

Yemen:

Silence on condition of Houthi minister injured in Israeli strike

Condition of Houthi Defense Minister Mohammed Nasser al-Atifi, critically wounded in Israeli strike, is deteriorating rapidly, reports say.

Silence on condition of Houthi minister injured in Israeli strike

Houthis:

'UN employees are spying on us to help Israel'

Houthi militia operatives broke into the UN compound, interrogated employees, and arrested several of them on suspicion of providing information that helped Israel attack government targets in Yemen.

'UN employees are spying on us to help Israel'

IDF confirms:

Houthi Chief of Staff eliminated in Israeli strike

The Houthis have confirmed that their Military Chief of Staff, Muhammad Abd Al-Karim al-Ghamari, who was wounded in an Israeli airstrike, succumbed to his wounds.

Houthi Chief of Staff eliminated in Israeli strike

Sirens in central Israel, J'lem

IAF intercepts missile launched from Yemen

IDF detects a missile launched from Yemen toward Israel. Sirens sounded in central Israel, the Shfela and Jerusalem areas. Missile successfully intercepted, no injuries reported.

IAF intercepts missile launched from Yemen

Houthis claim missile attack on Dutch ship in Gulf of Aden

Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen claim missile strike on Dutch cargo ship Minervagracht in Gulf of Aden, which injured two crew members.

Houthis claim missile attack on Dutch ship in Gulf of Aden

Sirens in central Israel, Judea

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens activated in central Israel and in communities in the Judean Foothills after the IDF identifies the launch of a missile from Yemen. Missile successfully intercepted.

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Iran built underground missile factories in Yemen

According to a report in Yedioth Ahronoth, Israel’s security services have detected significant advances in the Houthi militia’s capabilities in recent months.

Iran built underground missile factories in Yemen

Missile launched from Yemen at Israel

Houthis launch missile at Israel following Israel's large retaliatory strike in Yemen. Sirens sounded in central Israel.

Missile launched from Yemen at Israel

Yemen pres. to UN

'Houthis no longer just rebels, but a global terror org'

Yemeni President Rashad Al-Alimi warns the UN General Assembly: 'Anyone who underestimates this militia today should imagine what will happen tomorrow when the Red Sea and maritime trade routes become permanent hostages in the hands of terror.'

'Houthis no longer just rebels, but a global terror org'

Day after UAV strike in Eilat:

Dozens of Houthi terrorists estimated dead in strikes on Yemen

A total of approximately 20 aircraft dropped over 65 munitions on seven targets, including five occupied command centers and two weapons warehouses.

Dozens of Houthi terrorists estimated dead in strikes on Yemen

Israel Katz: 'Israeli flag will fly above capital of Yemen'

Defense Minister Israel Katz sends threatening message to Yemen's Houthi rebel group following hit on Eilat hotel.

Israel Katz: 'Israeli flag will fly above capital of Yemen'

UAV strikes entrance to Eilat hotel, no casualties reported

Houthi UAV sets off alarms in Eilat, lands at entrance to hotel. No injuries reported, police investigating.

UAV strikes entrance to Eilat hotel, no casualties reported

IDF strikes Houthi targets at Yemen port

The IDF has begun striking Houthi targets in Yemen. Earlier, an IDF spokesperson issued a warning in Arabic to residents and staff at the Hodeidah port, calling on them to evacuate immediately.

IDF strikes Houthi targets at Yemen port

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

IDF Spokesman issues evacuation for Port of Hodeidah ahead of a strike on Houthi targets.

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

Millions rush for shelter overnight

Residents of central Israel awakened early Saturday morning to sirens warning of incoming Houthi missile, no injuries reported.

Millions rush for shelter overnight

Israeli Air Force intercepted 10 UAVs from Yemen in past week

IDF reports 'Clear, direct hit, target down': The Israeli Air Force intercepted ten UAVs launched from Yemen in the past week

Israeli Air Force intercepted 10 UAVs from Yemen in past week

Sirens in Mitzpe Ramon area

Missile from Yemen successfully intercepted

IDF detects that a missile was launched from Yemen toward Israeli territory. Sirens activated in the Mitzpe Ramon area. Missile successfully intercepted.

Missile from Yemen successfully intercepted

Furthest strike since war began:

Israel strikes Houthi targets 1460 miles away from Israel

IDF confirms that IAF jets struck military camps, the Houthis' Military Public Relations Headquarters, and a fuel storage facility that was used by the regime for terrorist activity.

Israel strikes Houthi targets 1460 miles away from Israel

Red alert sirens in Jerusalem after missile launched from Yemen

Houthi missile attack follows IDF strikes on Hamas leaders in Qatar.

Red alert sirens in Jerusalem after missile launched from Yemen

In just 30 minutes: Three UAVs from Yemen intercepted by IAF

Three UAVs from Yemen intercepted by IAF within a span of half an hour early Monday afternoon. No injuries reported.

In just 30 minutes: Three UAVs from Yemen intercepted by IAF

Houthi drone strikes Ramon Airport

Interception debris fell near a town on the Egypt border in the Ramat Negev Regional Council. The IDF is investigating a report of a drone launched from Yemen that fell at Ramon Airport.

Houthi drone strikes Ramon Airport

Houthis claim:

'Detained UN staff spied for Israel and US'

Houthis claim that 11 UN workers who were arrested this week were spying for Israel and the US.

'Detained UN staff spied for Israel and US'

IDF confirms:

12 senior Houthi officials eliminated in strike on Sanaa

The military confirmed that the officials were eliminated in a strike on a military facility used by the senior military command, where senior military figures, alongside government ministers, were present.

12 senior Houthi officials eliminated in strike on Sanaa

Watch:

IAF downs Houthi drones

Over the past week, the IAF intercepted five UAVs and two surface-to-surface missiles that were launched from Yemen.

IAF downs Houthi drones

Defense Minister:

Houthis resumed firing, we'll complete the Ten Plagues

Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to increase in Houthi missile launches, warns more retribution to come.

Houthis resumed firing, we'll complete the Ten Plagues

No sirens sounded

Missile fired from Yemen falls in open area

IDF identifies the launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory. The missile falls in an open area outside Israeli territory, no sirens sounded.

Missile fired from Yemen falls in open area

IDF:

Missile from Yemen was carrying a cluster munition

A field examination concluded that the Houthi terrorist regime used a cluster surface-to-surface missile.

Missile from Yemen was carrying a cluster munition

For second time in a day:

Houthis launch missile at Israel

Sirens sounded in the Gush Etzion, Dead Sea, and Hebron areas as a result of a missile launched by the Yemeni terrorist organization, the second in just a few hours.

Houthis launch missile at Israel

IDF intercepts missile from Yemen

Sirens sound throughout central Israel, explosions heard in Jerusalem, following Houthi missile launch from Yemen.

IDF intercepts missile from Yemen

Houthis strike ship in Red Sea over alleged Israeli ties

Houthis claim drone and missile strike on ship in Red Sea over Israeli ties, days after Israel eliminated their prime minister in Sanaa.

Houthis strike ship in Red Sea over alleged Israeli ties

Two Houthi missiles aimed at Israel explode in Saudi Arabia

The Houthis in Yemen launched two missiles at Israel, but they exploded in Saudi territory.

Two Houthi missiles aimed at Israel explode in Saudi Arabia

IAF downs Houthi drone over Sinai

While Houthis claim several UAVs were launched at Israel after the funeral of their PM and ministers, the IDF identified one and intercepted it.

IAF downs Houthi drone over Sinai

UN officials:

Houthis detained 11 staff members in Sanaa raids

UN officials say the Houthis detained 11 staffers in raids on offices in Sanaa, call for their immediate release.

Houthis detained 11 staff members in Sanaa raids