Summary
The Iran-backed Houthi group in Yemen announced they launched missiles at Israel, marking their entry into a US-Israel conflict with Iran. They claim to target Israeli military sites and threaten further attacks, while Israel intercepted one missile. The involvement of the Houthis in the conflict could disrupt global trade as they control parts of the Red Sea.
Key Facts
- The Houthis in Yemen fired missiles at Israel for the first time since the US-Israel conflict with Iran began.
- Israel stated it intercepted a missile coming from Yemen.
- The Houthis declared they would keep attacking until conflicts against their allies stop.
- The Houthis have support from Iran and are part of a coalition that includes groups like Hezbollah and Hamas.
- Yemen has been experiencing a civil war since the Houthis took control of its north-west region 12 years ago.
- The Houthis control Yemen's Red Sea coastline, a strategic area for global trade.
- Their involvement raises concerns over potential disruption to the world economy, especially in shipping routes.
- The US and UK conducted air strikes on Houthi targets in response to previous shipping attacks in the Red Sea.
