This morning (Tuesday), Israel carried out a strike on the seaport of Hudaydah in Yemen using Israeli Navy vessels. Until now, Israeli operations in Yemen had been conducted exclusively by the Air Force—but this time, the Navy led the attack.
According to the IDF Spokesperson, the strike came in response to terrorist activity by the Houthi regime against the State of Israel, including the launching of missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles toward Israeli territory. The targeted sites were used to transfer weapons and were part of the Houthis’ use of civilian infrastructure for military and terrorist purposes.
Deepening the Impact
The operation was intended to deepen the blow to the port, which had been used for terrorist activity. It followed prior warnings issued to prevent harm to civilians in the area.
“Israel’s Reach Extends Everywhere”
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant praised the Navy for the successful strike on Hudaydah Port in Yemen, saying: “Israel’s long arm—by air and by sea—will reach anywhere.” Gallant emphasized that the Houthi terrorist group now understands that any launch toward Israel will be met with a powerful response. He added: “We warned the Houthi terrorist organization that continued fire toward Israel would be met with a forceful response and a naval and aerial blockade.”
The strike came after IDF Arabic-language spokesperson Avichay Adraee issued a warning on Monday to evacuate all ports under Houthi control in Yemen:
“A warning to everyone present at Ras Isa Port, Hudaydah Port, and As-Salif Port: Due to the terrorist Houthi regime’s use of seaports for terrorist activity, we urge all those present to evacuate and distance themselves from these ports for your safety—until further notice.”
