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Adding to the global instability, Israel has taken tangible steps against the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. Marking a first in this ongoing conflict, the Israeli Navy launched a seaborn assault on the port city of Hoda, targeting what they claim are missile launch sites used by the Houthis to smuggle weapons and divert supplies from UN inspections.
Hoda, located deep in the Red Sea and over 1,100 miles from Israel, has long served as a logistical hub for Iranian arms shipments. Jerusalem accuses the Houthis of exploiting civilian infrastructure to advance their military objectives. This strike signifies a shift from Israel’s previous reliance solely on air strikes, now incorporating naval operations to pressure the rebels and prevent further missile attacks against Israel.