Israel Conducts First Airstrikes in Yemen Following Deadly Drone Attack

IDF targets Houthi military and energy infrastructure in Hodeidah after Tel Aviv assault kills one civilian.

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant confirms strikes were a response to over 200 Houthi attacks, including recent drone strike on Tel Aviv.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi emphasize the operation's significance and Israel's readiness to defend itself.
Houthis label the strikes as aggression and vow to retaliate, threatening further escalation in the region.
The strikes targeted military installations and dual-use energy infrastructure, causing significant fires and power outages in Hodeidah.
International reactions include calls for restraint and concerns over the humanitarian impact on Yemen, a critical entry point for aid.