Yemen's Sanaa Airport Struck by Israeli Airstrikes, Military Confirms

According to reports, Israeli airstrikes targeted Yemen's Sanaa airport, rendering it non-operational after Houthi missile assaults on Israel.

The recent strikes, which continued for a second consecutive day, were Israel's response to a missile attack by Houthi forces on its main airport.

Al-Masirah, a Houthi-controlled news outlet, verified that the airport in Sanaa sustained damage from the strikes.

Television broadcasts in Israel showed thick smoke billowing over Sanaa, while social media footage purportedly depicted multiple impacts and rising smoke amid the attacks. No casualties have been reported so far.

Prior to the Tuesday strike, the military issued an alert urging the evacuation of areas near Yemen's international airport. The warning stressed the potential danger to those remaining nearby.

Monday night's operations saw Israeli forces targeting Houthi positions in the Red Sea region of Hodeida, leading to casualties and the wounding of several individuals. Strikes also occurred on a cement facility and key port infrastructure.

The recent surge in missile activity began Sunday when Houthis launched an attack affecting roads near Tel Aviv's principal airport, momentarily suspending flights. This incident marked an unprecedented strike on Ben Gurion Airport since the conflict's escalation in October 2023.

Iran-backed Houthis have consistently targeted Israeli sites, positioning themselves as a key player in counter-Israeli operations within the broader regional conflict involving Palestinian solidarity.

Under then-President Trump, the U.S. increased airstrikes against the Houthi movement, aiming to dismantle weapon systems and command facilities to maintain navigational freedom and deterrence in the area.

Although the U.S. reinforced its campaign, officials indicated that American forces did not participate in the recent Israeli-led airstrikes on Yemen.

Historically, Israel has conducted multiple strikes against Houthi forces and their infrastructure, notably following various assaults on Israeli cities.

The U.S. Embassy has been inactive for years due to the ongoing civil war, and the American government advises against travel to Yemen, citing an inability to assist citizens there due to the instability.