The Houthi movement, also known as Ansar Allah, is an Islamist rebel movement fighting in the Yemen Civil War.
They are primarily made up of Shia Muslims and their name comes from their leadership being primarily from the Houthi tribe.
Widely believed to be an Iran-backed proxy group, the Houthis are also known for their antisemitic views. Their slogan is "God is the Greatest. Death to America. Death to Israel. A Curse Upon the Jews. Victory to Islam."
IDF: 221 out of 1,200 drones have penetrated air defenses since start of war • Golani air base drone spent 30 minutes flying low over highways.
The political, military, and intelligence failures of October 7 are now compounded, a year later, by a moral failure – the failure to secure the release of the hostages.
Messages from the Houthis indicate their intention to escalate attacks if Israel-Iran tensions increase.
Iran has perpetuated narratives of success for Hezbollah, claiming that the terror group is better equipped in attacking the Jewish state than the current reality suggests.
In response to a venomous viper bite, Yossi Bezalel stressed that following the Home Front Command’s guidelines saved his life: "I understand now.”
Hezbollah rockets kill two in Kiryat Shmona, hit house in Safed • IAF reportedly strikes Beirut • Special forces kill four terrorists in West Bank operation
As a result of the sirens, departures and arrivals at Ben-Gurion Airport have been temporarily suspended.
Throughout the war, the IDF has been issuing regular updates to the general public on its operations against Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis, and operations in the West Bank.
The latest drone attack highlights the growing complexity of regional conflicts and Israel's evolving defense strategies.
Sinwar has no intention of reaching deal, officials say • Hamas commander in Lebanon killed • Safieddine reportedly killed in Beirut
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