The Houthis of Yemen announced on Tuesday that they, along with a group known as the 'Islamic Resistance in Iraq', conducted a joint military operation against Israel and attacked a key location in Haifa. Yahya Saree, the spokesman for the Houthis, stated in a televised address that this military attack was carried out with 'a number of cruise missiles', without specifying the exact location of the attack or the nature of the area targeted. Since November, the Houthi rebels have claimed solidarity with the Palestinians in Gaza and have carried out multiple attacks on international shipping lines. However, in recent weeks, the 'Islamic Resistance in Iraq', which is considered an ally of the Houthis, has also conducted joint operations with them. The 'Islamic Resistance in Iraq' claimed responsibility for the attack on the port city of Eilat in southern Israel last Wednesday. The Israeli army confirmed the attempt to attack the port of Eilat but stated that a foreign drone essentially failed to enter Israeli territory.
Houthis Claim Attack on Haifa in Israel
The Houthis and the 'Islamic Resistance in Iraq' claimed a joint military operation against Israel, targeting Haifa with cruise missiles. This escalation is part of a broader pattern of attacks linked to solidarity with Palestinians, raising tensions in the region.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
The Houthis and the Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed a joint attack on Haifa, Israel, using cruise missiles. This is part of a series of attacks in solidarity with Palestinians.
- The attack targeted Haifa with cruise missiles.
- The Houthis and Islamic Resistance in Iraq have conducted joint operations before.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The Houthis, backed by Iran, have been involved in Yemen's civil war and have increasingly targeted international interests, aligning with Palestinian causes.
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