Yemen – News Analysis India https://newsanalysisindia.com The news you need to know, explained Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Pakistan’s Confrontation with the Houthis: A Risky Gamble https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/pakistans-confrontation-with-the-houthis-a-risky-gamble/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/pakistans-confrontation-with-the-houthis-a-risky-gamble/ Pakistan has entered into a direct confrontation with the Houthi rebels of Yemen by establishing a defense deal with Saudi Arabia. The Houthis are considered a staunch adversary of Saudi Arabia, and the kingdom’s entire defense structure is challenged by the Houthis. The Houthis are perceived as the biggest enemy of Saudi Arabia in the entire Middle East. Following the Saudi-Pakistan defense deal, questions are being raised about whether Pakistan will engage in war with the Houthi rebels to protect Saudi Arabia, especially considering that even superpowers like the United States and Israel are hesitant to clash with them.

]]> Israeli Air Force Launches Strikes on Yemen’s Hodeidah Port; Houthi Rebels Respond https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/israeli-air-force-launches-strikes-on-yemens-hodeidah-port-houthi-rebels-respond/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/israeli-air-force-launches-strikes-on-yemens-hodeidah-port-houthi-rebels-respond/ The Israeli Air Force conducted a large-scale strike on Yemen’s Port Hodeidah on Tuesday. An official statement from the Israeli Air Force, released via social media, stated that the attack targeted military infrastructure within the port. The Israeli Air Force alleged the port was being used as a strategic location for the transfer of weaponry from the Iranian regime, which, according to the statement, facilitates terrorist plots against Israel and its allies. Houthi Rebel Forces confirmed the attacks and indicated their forces were actively engaging Israeli fighter jets in response to the aggression. A spokesperson for the Houthi forces reported their air defenses were confronting the Israeli aircraft.

]]> Netanyahu Pledges Ongoing Strikes After Israeli Air Force Attacks Houthi Positions in Yemen https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/netanyahu-pledges-ongoing-strikes-after-israeli-air-force-attacks-houthi-positions-in-yemen/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/netanyahu-pledges-ongoing-strikes-after-israeli-air-force-attacks-houthi-positions-in-yemen/ Following an Israeli Air Force operation targeting Houthi positions in Yemen, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel will continue to strike its adversaries. He noted that the Air Force had struck multiple locations in Yemen, including the capital, Sana’a, and the northern province of Al Jawf, targeting military camps used for planning attacks against Israel, a fuel depot, and a propaganda center. Netanyahu declared that Israel would retaliate against anyone who attacks it. The IDF confirmed the attacks, which it described as targeting sites used for planning and executing operations against Israel. The Air Force described the raid as its longest mission since the war’s outbreak, covering over 2,350 kilometers, involving over ten fighter jets and deploying over thirty munitions. Defense Minister Israel Katz praised the action, calling it another painful blow against the Houthis. Since March 18, the Houthis have launched numerous missiles and drones toward Israeli territory. Houthi militants have also targeted vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, disrupting a key maritime route. The conflict began with a Hamas attack on October 7, leading to Israeli military operations.

]]> Houthi Rebels Breach Israeli Air Defense, Drone Strike Hits Ramon Airport https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/houthi-rebels-breach-israeli-air-defense-drone-strike-hits-ramon-airport/ Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/houthi-rebels-breach-israeli-air-defense-drone-strike-hits-ramon-airport/ Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched a successful attack against Israel. On Sunday, a Yemeni drone penetrated Israel’s air defense and targeted Ramon Airport. Consequently, air traffic was halted, and numerous flights were postponed. Footage circulating on social media depicts an explosion followed by smoke rising from the scene. Later, Israeli media reported that the fourth drone launched from Yemen struck a passenger terminal at Ramon Airport, resulting in injuries to two people. According to reports, a total of four drones were launched from Yemen towards Israel on Sunday. While Israeli air defenses intercepted three of them, the fourth drone hit the terminal at Ramon Airport. Authorities are investigating the reasons behind the siren failure. The Israeli Airports Authority confirmed that air navigation at the airport has been suspended due to the attack.

]]> Israeli Airstrike Kills Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi, Several Ministers Also Dead https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/israeli-airstrike-kills-houthi-prime-minister-ahmed-al-rahawi-several-ministers-also-dead/ Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/israeli-airstrike-kills-houthi-prime-minister-ahmed-al-rahawi-several-ministers-also-dead/ An Israeli airstrike in Sana’a, Yemen, resulted in the death of Ahmed al-Rahawi, the Prime Minister of the Iran-backed Houthi rebels. The Houthi rebels, supported by Iran, confirmed the death on Saturday. They stated in a released statement that Ahmed al-Rahawi was killed in an attack that occurred in Sana’a on Thursday. Several ministers from his government also died in the attack.

On Thursday, the Israeli military announced that it had conducted a precise strike on a military base of the Houthi terrorist regime located in the Sana’a region of Yemen. The rebels’ statement indicated that al-Rahawi had been serving as the Prime Minister of the Houthi-led government since August 2024.

]]> Houthi Prime Minister Killed in Israeli Airstrikes in Yemen’s Capital https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/houthi-prime-minister-killed-in-israeli-airstrikes-in-yemens-capital/ Sat, 30 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/houthi-prime-minister-killed-in-israeli-airstrikes-in-yemens-capital/ Israeli airstrikes in Sanaa, Yemen’s capital, resulted in the death of Ahmed al-Rahawi, the Prime Minister of the Houthi-controlled administration. The Iranian-backed group confirmed the news on Saturday, stating that al-Rahawi and several other ministers were killed during the attack. The Houthis reported that the strike occurred while the officials were participating in a government workshop. The Israeli military stated that it had “precisely struck a Houthi terrorist regime target” in Sanaa. Al-Rahawi, who assumed the role of prime minister in August 2024, was a key figure in the Houthi-led administration.

]]> Israel Strikes Houthi Leadership, Reportedly Kills Prime Minister in Air Strike https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/israel-strikes-houthi-leadership-reportedly-kills-prime-minister-in-air-strike/ Sat, 30 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/israel-strikes-houthi-leadership-reportedly-kills-prime-minister-in-air-strike/ An air strike in Sana’a, Yemen, reportedly resulted in the death of Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi. This claim comes from The Times of Israel, referencing Yemen’s Al-Jumhuriya newspaper. The Israeli strike occurred on August 28th in Sana’a, targeting al-Rahawi’s apartment. Several of his associates were also reportedly killed in the attack.

Israeli officials believe that the attacks also resulted in the deaths of Houthi Defense Minister Mohammed al-Atifi and Chief of Staff Muhammad Abd al-Karim al-Ghamari. This followed a prior strike targeting 10 senior Houthi ministers, including the Defense Minister, who were gathered outside Sana’a to listen to a speech by group leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi.

]]> Mossad Preparing Hit List for Houthis, Iran-like Operations Planned in Yemen https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/mossad-preparing-hit-list-for-houthis-iran-like-operations-planned-in-yemen/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/mossad-preparing-hit-list-for-houthis-iran-like-operations-planned-in-yemen/ Following its actions against Hezbollah and Hamas, Israel is now targeting the Houthi rebel group. The Houthis have been consistently launching missiles at Israel and targeting Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea. Israel’s Mossad has decided to take action against the Houthis.

Amidst the continuous threats of missile attacks from the Houthis, Israeli political sources have revealed to Al-Arabiya that the Israeli military intelligence agency ‘Aman’ and ‘Mossad’ are working diligently to prepare a comprehensive list of targets in Yemen to strike Houthi centers and assassinate the group’s leaders.

]]> Israel’s Failed Attempts: Why Can’t They Eliminate Houthi Commanders? https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/israels-failed-attempts-why-cant-they-eliminate-houthi-commanders/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/israels-failed-attempts-why-cant-they-eliminate-houthi-commanders/ Israel’s focus is now on Houthi fighters. On Monday, August 25th, Israel launched a major operation against the Houthis. The operation aimed to eliminate the Houthi military chief and the President of Yemen, but the strikes missed their targets. The operation resulted in civilian casualties without any successful hits on Houthi commanders.

The question arises: Despite deploying significant resources, why has Israel been unable to eliminate Houthi fighters, especially considering their successful operations in countries like Iran?

]]> Israel Attacks Houthi Positions in Yemen: 6 Dead, 86 Injured https://newsanalysisindia.com/world/israel-attacks-houthi-positions-in-yemen-6-dead-86-injured/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/israel-attacks-houthi-positions-in-yemen-6-dead-86-injured/ On Sunday, Israel launched airstrikes against Houthi rebel positions in Sana’a, Yemen’s capital. The attacks resulted in the deaths of 6 people and injuries to 86 others. Israel targeted a building, a power plant, and a gas station primarily in central Sana’a. These strikes mark yet another instance of Israeli action against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels since the commencement of the Israel-Hamas conflict on October 7, 2023.

Videos of the attacks have circulated on social media, depicting plumes of black smoke rising from buildings. Another video shows a ball of fire erupting amidst structures. However, the authenticity of these videos remains unconfirmed.

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