Repeated U.S. airstrikes on Yemen’s oil infrastructure and ports—alongside the Israeli strike that occurred last night (Monday)—have led to a severe fuel crisis in the country. Yemen’s national oil company announced it has activated an emergency inventory management plan and warned of extensive, long-term damage to facilities and the fuel supply chain.
Daily attacks
According to the company, the Ras Isa oil terminal has become a frequent target of U.S. airstrikes. “Planes strike nearly every day in an attempt to prevent the port from resuming operations,” the statement read. The company added that despite rapid repair efforts, activity was halted again when American attacks resumed on April 25.
A vital artery for civilians
Meanwhile, residents in Sana’a and other parts of Yemen report an acute fuel shortage and the closure of gas stations. “There is no oil—it simply doesn’t exist. People are standing in lines, just waiting for the wars to end,” a local source told Ynet. According to the source, Hodeidah—which was targeted by the IDF—is a crucial economic lifeline for ordinary Yemenis, not just the Houthis.
50 munitions
As reported, the IDF spokesperson confirmed that dozens of Houthi terror targets were struck at the port of Hodeidah—approximately 2,000 kilometers from Israel—in an operation dubbed “City of Ports.” Twenty fighter jets participated in the strike, dropping around 50 munitions on infrastructure used for economic profit and the construction of terror tunnels. The IDF also reported hitting the Bajil Cement Factory, east of Hodeidah—a key economic asset for the Houthi terror regime that is used for building tunnels and military infrastructure.
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The IDF stated that the strike was in response to missile and drone launches toward Israel, including a missile that exploded two days ago near Ben Gurion Airport. Israeli defense officials emphasized that the strikes are part of a broader effort “to put an end to the Houthis’ games.”
Port activity crippled
According to a report from Egypt’s Al-Qahera Al-Ikhbariya channel, the Israeli strikes caused extensive damage at the Hodeidah port—completely destroying one pier and damaging about 70% of four others. The report claimed this resulted in near-total paralysis of the port’s operations. However, no official confirmation has yet come from Yemeni authorities.
Houthi threats in response
In response to the attacks, senior Houthi officials issued threats. Mohammad al-Bukhaiti, a member of the political bureau, warned that “escalation will be met with escalation” and threatened a total air blockade on Israel. Other senior figures, including Nasser al-Din Amer and Ali al-Qahoum, warned of serious consequences for the “Zionists” and promised a forceful response.
Strikes in Lebanon
Alongside the strikes in Yemen, the Israeli Air Force also attacked Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, including a weapons storage and production site in the Beqaa Valley. According to the IDF, the strike aimed to prevent the reconstruction of terrorist infrastructure.
