Timeline of the Red Sea crisis

See also: Houthi attacks on commercial vessels

These are monthly timelines of the Red Sea crisis, which began on 19 October 2023.

The Houthis have also mounted a campaign targeting international commercial vessels passing through the Red Sea demanding an end to the Gaza war.

October 2023

USS Carney engages with Houthi missiles, 19 October 2023.

On 8 October 2023, the day after the October 7 attacks, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin directed the Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group to the Eastern Mediterranean in response. Along with the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford, the group includes the cruiser Normandy, and the destroyers Carney, Ramage, Roosevelt and Thomas Hudner.^[1]

On 19 October 2023, US officials said the United States Navy destroyer USS Carney shot down three land-attack cruise missiles and several drones heading toward Israel launched by the Houthis in Yemen. This was the first action by the US military to defend Israel since the outbreak of the war.^[2] It was later reported that the ship shot down four cruise missiles and 15 drones.^[3] Another missile was reportedly intercepted by Saudi Arabia.^[4] More were intercepted by Israel's Arrow anti-ballistic missiles; others fell short of their targets or were intercepted by the Israeli Air Force and the French Navy.

On 27 October 2023 two loitering munitions were fired in a northerly direction from the southern Red Sea. According to Israel Defense Forces (IDF) officials, their target was Israel, but they did not cross the border from Egypt. Of the two drones, one fell short and hit a building adjacent to a hospital in Taba, Egypt, injuring six; the other was shot down near an electricity plant close to the town of Nuweiba, Egypt.^[5][6][7] A Houthi official later made a one-word post on Twitter after the drone crashed in Taba, mentioning the nearby Israeli city of Eilat.^[8]

On 31 October an alert was triggered in Eilat, Eilot kibbutz and the Shahorit industrial park area regarding the penetration of hostile aircraft from the Red Sea. The aircraft was successfully intercepted over the Red Sea. The Arrow system intercepted a ballistic missile and the Air Force intercepted several cruise missiles fired from the Red Sea toward Eilat. The Houthis took responsibility for the launches.^[9] One cruise missile was shot down by an F-35i Adir jet.^[10] The downing of the missile by the Arrow system marks the first time it has been used in the Gaza war.^[11] According to Israeli officials, the interception occurred above Earth's atmosphere above the Negev Desert, making it the first instance of space warfare in history.^[12]

November 2023

On 1 November at 00:45 the IDF intercepted an air threat fired from Yemen and identified south of Eilat.^[13] A US MQ-9 Reaper drone was shot down off the coast of Yemen by Houthi air defences on 8 November; the Pentagon previously said that MQ-9 drones were flying over Gaza in an intelligence gathering role to aid in the hostage recovery efforts.^[14] On 9 November, the Houthis fired a missile toward the city of Eilat.^[15] The missile was intercepted by an Arrow 3 missile, marking the first time it was used in an interception.^[16]

On 14 November the Houthis fired numerous missiles, one of which was aimed toward the city of Eilat. The missile was intercepted by an Arrow missile according to Israeli officials.^[17] The following day, US officials said that USS Thomas Hudner shot down a drone, fired from Yemen, that was headed toward it.^[18] On 22 November, the Houthis fired a cruise missile aimed toward the city of Eilat. Israeli officials said the missile was successfully shot down by an F-35.^[19] On 23 November 2023, US officials said that the destroyer USS Thomas Hudner had shot down several attack drones launched from Yemen.^[20]

On 29 November 2023 US officials said the US Navy destroyer USS Carney shot down a Houthi KAS-04 drone as the destroyer approached the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.^[21] On 30 November 2023, Saudi media reported that an Israeli airstrike caused an explosion at a Houthi arms depot in Sana'a, the capital of Yemen. Houthi officials denied the report, stating that a gas station was hit instead. A member of the Houthis' political bureau, Hezam al-Asad, said that the explosion was caused by the remnants of a bomb left over from the Yemeni civil war.^[22][23]

December 2023

On 6 December, the Houthi movement launched several ballistic missiles at Israeli military posts in Eilat. On the same day, USS Mason shot down a drone launched from Yemen. There were no clear indications of its target.^[24]

On 10 December, the French Navy's frigate Languedoc, operating in the Red Sea, intercepted two drones launched from Hodeida, a Houthi-held port.^[25] On 11 December 2023, the Norwegian oil tanker Strinda, fell victim to an overnight air attack, causing a fire on board.^[23] The Languedoc intervened once again, intercepted a Houthi drone targeting the damaged tanker and subsequently placed itself in the protection of the vessel, preventing further attacks. The fire was brought under control and no injuries were reported. The vessel was then escorted to the Gulf of Aden out of the threat zone by an American destroyer, USS Mason.^[26][27] The US Navy reportedly shot down 14 drones on 16 December 2023,^[28] while Egyptian Air Defense Forces intercepted an object flying near Dahab.^[29]

On 14 December 2023, India initiated Operation Sankalp to ensure the security of the regional maritime domain.^[30] The destroyer INS Kolkata was stationed in the Gulf of Aden for maritime security on 18 December. The destroyer INS Kochi was already deployed in the region to counter Somali pirates, although the Government of India remains silent about its involvement in Operation Prosperity Guardian.^[31]

By 21 December 2023, the port of Eilat, which gives Israel via the Red Sea its only easy shipping access to Asia without the need to transit the Suez Canal, had seen an 85% drop in activity due to the Houthi action.^[32]

On 26 December 2023, Houthis said they carried out drone attacks on Eilat and other parts of Israel.^[33] The US shot down 12 drones and 5 missiles fired by them, and the IDF said they also shot down a projectile launched from Yemen, targeting Israel, over the Red Sea, off the coast of the Sinai Peninsula.^[34] On 26 December, India deployed the destroyers INS Mormugao and Visakhapatnam in the Arabian Sea after an Israel-affiliated merchant vessel was struck off the Indian coast. The navy was investigating the nature of the attack on the vessel, MV Chem Pluto, which docked in Mumbai on Monday, and initial reports pointed to a drone attack, a navy statement said. The Pentagon said on Saturday that a drone launched from Iran struck the Chem Pluto in the Indian Ocean. The Foreign Ministry of Iran denied the US accusations and called them "baseless". The vessel's crew included 21 Indians and 1 Vietnamese citizen.^[35][36][37]

January 2024

On 4 January, just hours after the warning, Houthis launched an unmanned surface vessel (USV) towards US Navy and commercial vessels, but it detonated well over 1 nautical mile (1.9 km; 1.2 mi) from the ships.^[38]

On 7 January, the Houthi movement stated that retaliatory attacks against the US Navy would continue unless the US hands over the Navy service members who killed the 10 Houthi attack boat personnel for them to stand trial in Yemen.^[39] On 7 January, the Pakistan Navy deployed two Tughril-class frigates, PNS Tughril and Taimur in the Arabian Sea following "recent incidents of maritime security."^{[citation needed]}

On 10 January, a large-scale attack was initiated by the Houthis against USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, USS Gravely, USS Laboon, USS Mason and HMS Diamond, in which at least 21 UAVs and missiles were launched.^[40]

On 11 January, US Navy SEALs raided a ship off the coast of Somalia which was bound to Houthi militants. Iranian-made missile components and other weapons, including air defense parts, were seized from the ship. The ship was then sunk and its crew of 14 people were detained. During the raid, a SEAL was pushed into the water by high waves and one of his teammates jumped in after him, causing both of them to go missing.^[41][42] Both SEALs were declared dead by the US military after a 10-day search failed to locate them.^[43]

On 12 January, the US and UK conducted airstrikes against over a dozen Houthi targets in Yemen with the support of multiple other countries,^[44][45] just hours after the group's leader vowed that any American attack on its forces would "not go without a response".^[46] The strikes were the first time Houthi targets in Yemen were targeted since the beginning of the Red Sea crisis.^[47] More than 150 munitions and Tomahawk missiles struck 28 locations within Houthi-controlled areas. The Houthis said five of their fighters were killed and six others were injured.^[48] A day later, the US performed another strike on a Houthi radar site in Sanaa.^[49] On 14 January, American and British airstrikes were reported in Hodeida, and spy planes were reportedly spotted near the area. Reports also suggested that Israel was involved in the attacks.^[50][51] The US issued a denial the same day.^[52]

On 14 January, Houthis fired an anti-ship cruise missile from Hodeida in the direction of USS Laboon. The missile was shot down by a fighter jet before it could cause damage.^[53]

US Forces and allies conduct joint strikes in Yemen, 22 January 2024

On 16 January, the US struck four Houthi anti-ship ballistic missiles as they were being prepared to target ships in the Red Sea.^[54] The following day, a fourth round of US strikes hit 14 missiles across Houthi-controlled areas.^[55][56] On 22 January, in the eighth round of strikes against Houthis, the US and UK conducted airstrikes against eight Houthi targets in the vicinity of Sanaa airfield.^[57][58]

On 21 January 2024, the French frigate Alsace joined defence operations in the Red Sea after transiting through the Suez Canal, reinforcing French assets deployed in the area in the face of Houthi attacks against international shipping.^[59][60][61]

On 24 January, Houthi claimed to have attacked US destroyers and other warships in the Red Sea. This attack supposed to be in response to Operation Poseidon Archer. Houthi claimed to have directly hit a US destroyer with a missile during the attack.^{[62][better source needed]} This attack was denied by the United States government.^[63]

On the night of 26 to 27 January, the French frigate Alsace came to the aid of an oil tanker on fire in the Gulf of Aden, alongside Indian and American destroyers INS Visakhapatnam and USS Carney. The fire suffered by the Marlin Luanda tanker was caused by a missile fired from Yemen. It was brought under control after 20 hours, with no casualties sustained.^[64][61]

On 29 January, Danish frigate HDMS Iver Huitfeldt departed from the Korsør naval base for the Red Sea to assist the US-led coalition in safeguarding commercial traffic against Houthi attacks.^[65] On 31 January, top European Union diplomat Josep Borrell announced that the bloc plans to start a naval mission to protect merchant shipping in the Red Sea within the following three weeks, and officials stated that seven EU member states were prepared to provide military equipment.^[66] An adviser to Borrell stated that the mission's launch date should be 19 February. Borrell added that the mission would be called 'Aspides', which translates to 'protector'.^[67]

February 2024

On 2 February, the Houthis claimed that they had fired a ballistic missile towards Eilat. The IDF also said that the Arrow defense system intercepted a missile over the Red Sea.^[68] On 3 February, a day after conducting airstrikes in Iraq and Syria, the US and UK conducted strikes against 36 Houthi sites, which included underground facilities, UAV storage and operation sites, missile systems, radars, and helicopters in 13 different locations across Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen in an attempt to degrade their capabilities. Houthi official Mohammed Al-Bukhaiti stated that they would "meet escalation with escalation" in response to the bombings.^[69]

On 8 February, the German frigate Hessen departed from Wilhelmshaven for the Red Sea with about 240 people on board in order to assist the upcoming EU mission.^[70]

On 10 February, Houthi official media listed the names of 17 fighters that were killed during joint US–UK strikes. The announcement came following public funerals held in Sanaa.^[71]

On 15 February, the US Army announced that the Coast Guard seized a vessel originating from Iran and was bound for Houthi-controlled Yemen on 28 January. The US Army said the vessel was carrying advanced weapons and other "lethal aid". It had more than 200 packages containing ballistic missile and naval drone components, explosives, communications gear, and anti-tank missile launcher parts.^[72]

On 19 February, the European Union announced the start of the naval mission Operation Aspides, which plans to send warships and provide early airborne warning systems to the Red Sea and surrounding waters. The launch was confirmed by Italian Foreign Affairs Minister Antonio Tajani. France, Germany, Italy and Belgium all announced their intention to contribute to the operation. Operation Aspides will be headquartered in Larissa, Greece. The operation is not allowed to attack pre-emptively, and will only fire on Houthis if they attack first.^[73] The operation will only operate at sea, and will not conduct or participate in military strikes.^[74] The same day, Houthis claimed they shot down an MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Red Sea. US officials confirmed the incident, adding that the drone belonged to the US Air Force and crashed off the coast of Hodeidah.^[75]

On 20 February, France announced that one of its warships shot down two Houthi UAVs over the Red Sea, while CENTCOM announced the downing of ten bomb-carrying drones and a cruise missile targeting the USS Laboon.^[76] Houthis claimed that they attacked Eilat and a number of American warships in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea with drones.^[77]

On the morning of 22 February, two UAVs targeting commercial vessels in the Red Sea were stated to have been intercepted yet again by one of the French FREMM frigates in the area.^[78][79] Later that day, the Houthis' Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center sent statements to shipping insurers and firms announcing a formal ban on vessels owned or partially owned by Israeli, British, or American entities or individuals in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Arabian Sea. The ban also included vessels sailing under the flags of the mentioned nations.^[80][81] The statement came as the Houthis launched drones and ballistic missiles targeting Eilat and an American destroyer in the Red Sea, though none of them struck their target according to authorities. However, the Houthis successfully fired two missiles at a Palau-flagged cargo ship named Islander which sparked a fire and wounded one sailor on board the vessel, though the ship continued its transportation route.^[82] Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi also said in a statement that operations in the Red Sea and surrounding waters were continuing, escalating and effective, and announced the introduction of "submarine weapons" without giving further details.^[83]

On 24 February, the US and UK conducted their fourth round of joint airstrikes, hitting 18 Houthi targets across eight locations. The British Ministry of Defense said that four Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets, supported by two Voyager tankers, participated in the strikes.^[84] The Houthis' official news agency said the attacks killed a civilian and injured eight others, making them the first civilian casualties during US and British airstrikes.^[85]

On 26 February, damages were reported to Red Sea undersea communications cables. Initial reports by industry sources, African press, and Israeli press, tied this to Houthi attacks that was predicted by international press, while Seacom was unable to confirm the cause, they later confirmed the location of the damage to be in Yemeni maritime jurisdictions.^[86] Press releases by Seacom and Flag Telecom were describing the difficulty of repair due to the crisis in shipping.^[87][88] Houthi leaders denied involvement.^[89] The same day, Greece approved a decision to send the Greek frigate Hydra to the Red Sea to assist Operation Aspides.^[90] Also on 26 February, the German frigate Hessen launched two SM-2 missiles at an American Reaper drone in a friendly fire incident. The missiles missed their target, falling into the sea.^[91]

On 27 February, Houthi leader Mohammed al-Houthi said they will only allow a salvage operation to take place if humanitarian aid is sent to Gaza Strip.^[92] On the same day, German frigate Hessen intercepted two Houthi drones as they targeted the naval vessel, making it the German Navy's first naval engagement of Operation Aspides.^[93] The Hessen downed one drone with her 76mm cannon and a second with her CIWS system.^[94] The Rubymar, which was struck by the Houthis earlier in February started sinking while drifting northwards^[95] and sank by 2 March 2024.

March 2024

On 2 March, during Operation Aspides, the Italian destroyer Caio Duilio shot down a Houthi missile over the Red Sea. The missile was within 4 miles (6.4 km) of the destroyer before it was shot down.^[96]

On 4 March, Houthi Telecommunications Minister Misfer Al-Numair said that vessels entering Yemeni waters would need a permit from the Houthi-controlled Maritime Affairs Authority.^[97]

On 4 March 2024, INS Kolkata, deployed to the Gulf of Aden, responded to a request from MSC Sky II, a Liberian flagged container vessel, that had reportedly been attacked by a drone or missile, at about 1900 h (IST) on 4 March 24, 90 nm southeast of Aden. The ship's master reported smoke and flames onboard following the attack. INS Kolkata was quickly redirected to provide the required support, and by 2230 hours (IST), it had reached the incident site. The Kolkata then escorted the ship from the area of the incident into the territorial seas of Djibouti at the master's request. Early on 5 March, a 12-person specialised firefighting team from Kolkata boarded the Sky II and extinguished the remaining fires. In addition, an explosive ordnance disposal team boarded the Sky II to evaluate residual risk. The 23-person crew, 13 of whom were citizens of India, were safe, and the ship continued sailing towards its next destination.^{[98][99][100]}

On 8 March, Finland announced they will send up to five officers to the European-led Operation Aspides and up to two soldiers to take part in the US-led Operation Prosperity Guardian.^[101] The Royal Netherlands Navy also confirmed the same day that it would be sending the De Zeven Provinciën-class frigate HNLMS Tromp to the Red Sea. The frigate would be a part of Operation Prosperity Guardian but also support Operation Aspides. The frigate is manned with 200 sailors. She has a NH90 maritime attack helicopter on board and is equipped to intercept incoming missiles and drones. The Netherlands also announced its intent to send a joint logistics support vessel to the Red Sea in the following month.^[102]

On 9 March, the French FREMM Alsace patrolling the Gulf of Aden under the newly launched EU Aspides mission, as well as French Mirage 2000-5 stationed in Djibouti, intercepted 4 Houthi UAVs threatening commercial transit that day.^[103]

On 11 March, the US and UK conducted 17 airstrikes against port cities and towns under Houthi control in Western Yemen. Among the targets struck were Hodeidah and the port of Ras Isa. A spokesperson for the internationally recognized Yemeni government said the strikes killed 11 people and injured 14 others.^[104]

On 12 March, the Italian Ministry of Defense reported that the Duilio had shot down two Houthi drones in self-defense.^[105]

On 14 March, the Russian state news agency RIA Novosti reported that the Houthis claimed to have a hypersonic missile, citing an unnamed official and no evidence.^[106]

On 18 March, Yemeni Houthis launched a cruise missile that successfully struck Israel, reportedly hitting an open area north of Eilat. Israel stated there was no damage or injuries caused.^[107]

On 20 March, the embarked Panther helicopter of the French FREMM Alsace shot down a Houthi UAV flying towards commercial vessels over the southern Red Sea. The door gunner of the helicopter, which was patrolling in the area, engaged and destroyed the UAV with a 7.62 mm machine gun.^[108][109] The same day, a US Navy sailor assigned to the USS Mason went missing while conducting supporting operations in the Red Sea. On 23 March, the US Department of Defense declared him as dead, stating that his death occurred in a non-combat incident.^[110]

On the morning of 21 March, the embarked helicopter of the German frigate Hessen destroyed a seaborne drone (USV) in the Red Sea. Later that day, the French FREMM Alsace, providing close protection to merchant shipping in the area, engaged and destroyed 3 Houthi ballistic missiles threatening the transit with its Aster 30 missiles.^{[111][112][113]} The same day, Bloomberg had reported that the Houthis reached a deal with Russia and China, agreeing to provide safe passage for vessels under their jurisdiction in exchange for political support.^[114] The IDF also announced on the same day that it intercepted a "suspicious aerial target" approaching Israeli territory over the Red Sea.^[115]

On 27 March, the US Navy said it shot down four Houthi UAVs targeting warships in the Red Sea.^[116] The following day, several Russian Pacific Fleet warships navigated into the Red Sea via the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, including the Russian cruiser Varyag and the Russian frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov according to Zvezda.^[117][118] This was reportedly after the Houthis made a political deal with Russia and China, allowing them safe passage possibly in exchange for blocking resolutions at the UN Security Council.^[119]

April 2024

On 3 April, Danish chief of defense Flemming Lentfer was fired after failing to report flaws regarding air defenses and weapons systems aboard the Ivar Huitfeldt frigate which emerged after a Houthi attack in March, when the frigate's air defenses failed while engaging with Houthis. A problem also occurred with the frigate's ammunition system, which caused half of the rounds it fired to detonate before hitting their target.^[120]

In April, Tim Lenderking, the United States special envoy for Yemen, stated that he hoped to achieve a diplomatic solution with the Yemeni Houthis in regard to their attacks, and that the US would consider removing the Houthis from its designated terrorist list if they ceased their attacks.^[121]

On 9 April, the IDF used a seaborne missile from the INS Magen to shoot down a UAV for the first time. The UAV, which came from the Red Sea, breached Israeli airspace and crossed into the area of the Gulf of Aqaba, setting off sirens in Eilat.^[122][123]

On 10 April, the US military said it destroyed eleven drones belonging to the Houthis which it said presented a threat to US, coalition, and merchant vessels. Eight of the drones were destroyed in Houthi-controlled territory, while three were shot down; two over the Gulf of Aden and another over the Red Sea.^[124]

On 13 April, the Houthis in coordination with Iran launched several drones at Israel amidst the Iranian strikes against Israel, according to the maritime security agency Ambrey. The organization said that the target of the drones are potentially Israeli ports, and that collateral damage to shipping is likely.^[125] The following day, the IDF's C-Dome system intercepted an aerial target in the Eilat area, which came from the direction of the Red Sea.^[126]

On 18 April, the Iranian spy ship MV Behshad, which is suspected of assisting the Houthis, left its position at sea and started to sail towards the port of Bandar Abbas.^[127]

On 25 April, a Greek frigate intercepted two Houthi drones in the Red Sea.^[128]

On 26 April, the Houthis said they shot down an American MQ-9 Reaper drone off the coast of Yemen. The US confirmed the crash of an MQ-9 Reaper in the area and launched an investigation into it.^[129]

May 2024

In early May, Houthi-run Saba News Agency reported that at least 18 people were arrested on suspicions of spying for the US and Israel. According to Saba, the supposed spy network was formed in November. Saba did not provide evidence to support the claim, but said that the men had confessed to spying.^[130]

On 3 May 2024, the Houthi-aligned Yemeni Armed Forces SPC military spokesperson Yahya Saree announced the expansion of their campaign to the targeting of ships in the eastern Mediterranean bound for Israel. in a televised speech, Saree stated that "We will target any ships heading to Israeli ports in the Mediterranean Sea in any area we are able to reach".^{[131][132][133][134]}

On 7 May, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower returned to Red Sea after a short port call in late April at Souda Bay, Crete to resupply.^[135]

On 10 May, a coalition warplane intercepted a Houthi drone over the Gulf of Aden. The following day, three other drones were intercepted over the Red Sea. No casualties or damage to shipping were reported in both incidents.^[136]

On 15 May, the Houthis claimed to have shot down a MQ-9 Reaper drone near Marib, later releasing footage of its purported downing. The US military however declined to comment.^[137] On 21 May, the Houthis claimed to have shot down another MQ-9 Reaper drone, stating it crashed in Al Bayda Governorate.^[138]

On 29 May, the Houthis claimed that they shot down an MQ-9 Reaper drone with a surface-to-air missile over Marib province. Footage obtained by the Associated Press displayed a damaged drone, but it remained mostly intact and lacked signs of blast damage. It also lacked markings, and the downing was not acknowledged by local authorities. Associated Press reported that a USAF official denied the loss of aircraft on the theater, meanwhile the CIA that operates those drones refused to comment.^[139]

On 30 May, the US and UK conducted strikes against 13 Houthi targets across Yemen, killing 16 people and injuring 42 others.^[140] The Houthis on the next day threatened to escalate their attacks in response and claimed to have targeted the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower with drones and ballistic missiles. An American defence official told The Associated Press that the ship was in fine condition.^[141] The US Central Command meanwhile reported that the Houthis launched two anti-ship ballistic missiles and a drone over the Gulf of Aden, with the drone being intercepted and the missiles not causing any damage. In addition, it stated that they also launched four drones over the Red Sea, with three being intercepted and one crashing into the water.^[142]

June 2024

The Houthis targeted the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, USS Gravely, and three commercial vessels on 1 June. The US Central Command confirmed the attacks, while adding that no casualties or damage was reported, with one drone being intercepted in the southern Red Sea and two others crashing into the water. It also added that it had shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles targeting USS Gravely.^[143][144]

On 3 June, the IDF's Arrow defense system intercepted a surface-to-air missile aimed at Eilat from the direction of the Red Sea.^[145] The Houthis later claimed that they were targeting an IDF site with a ballistic missile named Palestine.^[146] On 6 June, the group and the Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed to have launched two coordinated attacks on Haifa. Israel however denied these claims. The Houthis later stated that they would intensify their joint operations with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq.^[147]

On 6 June, at least eleven Yemeni UN workers were arrested by the Houthis. Four days later, the group claimed that they had arrested an undisclosed number of members of an "American-Israeli spy network" that disguised itself as international and UN organizations, and aired purported confessions from ten Yemenis, claiming that several of them were recruited by the U.S. Embassy in Yemen. None of the people in the taped confessions however were among the UN workers arrested four days earlier.^[148]

The Houthi-run Al-Masirah television channel on 7 June reported that the US and the UK had carried out four airstrikes on the Hodeida International Airport and the Port of Salif, in addition to two airstrikes on the al-Thawra region to the north of Sana'a. No casualties were reported, while neither the US and UK confirmed the attacks.^[149] Separately, the US Armed Forces stated that they had destroyed a drone in the Bab-el-Mandeb strait launched from the Houthi-ruled area and a Houthi patrol boat in the Red Sea.^[150]

The Houthis on 9 June claimed to have targeted the British destroyer HMS Diamond in the Red Sea with ballistic missiles. The British Ministry of Defence however denied the claim as untrue.^[151]

CNN on 11 June published a report citing three American officials stating that American intelligence agencies believed the Houthis were discussing amongst themselves about arming the Somali militant group Al-Shabaab, and officials were investigating whether any weapon deliveries had been made or if Iran was involved.^[152] The U.S. Central Command meanwhile stated that the U.S. military had destroyed two missile launchers used by the Houthis.^[153]

On 12 June, the Houthis claimed joint attacks with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq on sites in Ashdod and Haifa.^[154] On 13 June, the U.S. Central Command stated that it had destroyed two Houthi patrol boats, an unmanned surface vessel and a drone in the Red Sea over the past day.^[155] The Houthis meanwhile stated that the U.S. and UK had carried out two airstrikes on the government complex in the Al Jabin district of the Raymah Governorate, killing two people and wounding nine. The group also claimed that the two countries had carried out 22 airstrikes on Sanaa, Al Hudaydah and Raymah governorates over the past week.^[156]

On 15 June, the US Central Command stated that its military had destroyed seven Houthi radar systems in Yemen that enabled the group to locate and target merchant vessels. It also claimed that a Houthi UAV and two USVs in the Red Sea were destroyed simultaneously.^[157][158] The Houthis claimed to have targeted an American destroyer on the next day.^[159]

On 17 June, Al-Masirah reported that the US and the UK had carried out at least six airstrikes on the Hodeida International Airport and four on the island of Kamaran.^[160] Associated Press journalists who were given an on-board tour of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower meanwhile found no signs of damages.^[161] Al-Masirah on 19 June claimed that the US and the UK carried out three airstrikes on sites located in Al-Taif area of Ad Durayhimi district in Al Hudaydah Governorate,^[162] and four airstrikes on the government complex in Al Jabin district of Raymah Governorate.^[163]

The Houthis on 22 June again claimed to have targeted the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower in the Red Sea, but Reuters cited two U.S. officials who denied the claim.^[164] The ship meanwhile ended its tour and was ordered to return home, being replaced by the USS Theodore Roosevelt. The US Central Command also stated that it had destroyed three Houthi uncrewed surface vessels in the Red Sea over the past day,^[165] while the Houthis had also fired three anti-ship ballistic missiles over the Gulf of Aden, but none of the military or commercial vessels reported any casualties or significant damage.^[166]

On 23 June, the Houthis claimed to have carried out a joint attack with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq on four ships in the Haifa port. There was however no confirmation from the IDF or independent sources.^[167] The U.S. Central Command on 28 June stated that its forces had destroyed seven drones and a UAV ground control station in Houthi-controlled territory over the past day.^[168]

July 2024

The Houthis on 2 July stated that they had carried out a joint operation with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, claiming to have attacked a "vital target" in Haifa with a number of missiles.^[169] The Operation Aspides mission stated that two UAVs were destroyed by the Greek frigate Psara in the Gulf of Aden on 7 July.^[170]

The IDF stated that it had shot down a suspected UAV heading towards Israel from the Red Sea on 8 July. The Houthis later claimed to have carried out a joint attack along with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq on Eilat using a number of drones.^[171]

On 7 July 2024, the port of Eilat's CEO said there had been no activity at the port in the past eight months, and he was requesting financial assistance from the Israeli government. A few days later the CEO said the port was in a state of bankruptcy.^[172][173]

Al-Masirah stated that the U.S. and the U.K. on 11 July launched five airstrikes, hitting targets in the Ras Isa area located to the northwest of Al Hudaydah.^[174] The U.S. Central Command meanwhile stated that it destroyed five Houthi USVs and two UAVs in the Red Sea, and another UAV in Houthi-controlled territory.^[175] On 12 July, it stated that it had destroyed three UAVs in Houthi-controlled territory.^[176] Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that the U.S. and U.K. had carried out three airstrikes on the Hodeida International Airport.^[177]

Al-Masirah reported on 14 July that the U.S. and U.K. carried out an airstrike in the Midi district of Hajjah Governorate, two airstrikes on the Hodeida International Airport, and also struck the al-Buhaisi area in Al Hudaydah Governorate. The Operation Aspides mission meanwhile stated that the Psara shot down a suspected Houthi drone in the Gulf of Aden.^[178][179] The U.S. Central Command stated that the U.S. military had destroyed two Houthi UAVs and one USV in the Red Sea, in addition to destroying another UAV in territory controlled by the group. The Houthis during the day stated that they had attacked military targets in Eilat with UAVs in retaliation for the Israeli attack on Al-Mawasi the previous day.^[180]

On 15 July, the UAE-based news network Al-Ain reported that the Houthis had lost contact with a large vessel smuggling foreign personnel and missile equipment to Al Hudaydah, and had entered their third day of searching for the ship using reconnaissance UAVs and patrol ships.^[181][182]

On 19 July, an explosion caused by a Yemeni UAV in Tel Aviv killed one person and wounded at least ten others near the U.S. consulate.^{[183][184][185]} A ballistic missile and three other UAVs were also reportedly fired at the city, but were intercepted by the U.S.^[186] The Houthis later claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that they used a drone called "Jaffa" which was capable of evading radar and interception systems,^[187][188] and added that they would continue to target Tel Aviv as a primary target within their operational range.^[189] According to an investigation by the IDF, the UAV had initially been detected by its radar systems, but was not consistently tracked due to human error and multiple layers of radar surveillance.^[190]

On 20 July, Israel carried out several airstrikes on infrastructure in Al Hudaydah, with Al Masirah reporting that Israeli jets targeted oil refining facilities at the Hudaydah Port and a power plant, killing at least three people and wounding 87 others, while IDF stated that it had struck a facility used for storing and distributing weapons.^{[191][192][193]} More than 220 projectiles had been launched by the Houthis on Israel by 20 July according to the IDF.^[194]

On 21 July, the IDF stated that it had intercepted a surface-to-surface missile launched from Yemen. Rocket and missile sirens meanwhile sounded in Eilat,^[195] however the IDF said that the city was not targeted and denied reports of an explosion.^[196] The Houthis claimed that they had targeted Eilat with several missiles.^[197] Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that the U.S. and the U.K. had carried out two airstrikes on Buhais area in Hajjah Governorate and four airstrikes on Ras Isa in Al Hudaydah Governorate.^[198]

Abdul-Malik al-Houthi on 21 July stated that the Israeli airstrikes would lead to an escalation of Houthi attacks on Israel, adding that they would continue supporting Palestinians and would move to a new level of attacks in future.^[199] The group described the attack on Tel Aviv as the beginning of the fifth phase of their attacks.^[200]

Al-Masirah on 26 July reported that the U.S. and the U.K. carried out four airstrikes on Kamaran island.^[201] On the next day, it reported that the two countries had carried out four airstrikes on the Hodeida International Airport, which according to residents struck Houthi targets.^[202]

CNN reported in August 2024 that Russia was planning to ship weapons to Houthis in late-July 2024, in retaliation for the US supporting Ukraine during Russia's invasion of the country, but refrained from doing after being warned by Saudi Arabia, who was also requested by the US to pressure Russia.^[203]

August 2024

On 3 August, the US Central Command announced that US forces had destroyed a Houthi missile and launcher.^[204] The group later stated that it had shot down a MQ-9 Reaper drone in the Saada Governorate, publishing a video purportedly showing its wreckage. The US Defense Department stated that it was investigating the claim.^[205]

On 5 August, the US Central Command stated that the US military had destroyed three Houthi UAVs over the Gulf of Aden; a UAV in Houthi-controlled territory; and a UAV, a USV and an anti-ship ballistic missile in the Red Sea.^[206] On the following day, it stated that the US military had destroyed one Houthi UAV and two anti-ship ballistic missiles over the Red Sea.^[207]

On 7 August, the Houthis stated that they had targeted the U.S. destroyers USS Cole and USS Laboon; however, a U.S. official denied the claim.^[208] The US Central Command meanwhile stated that American forces had destroyed two Houthi UAVs, a ground control station and three antiship cruise missiles in the territory controlled by Houthis over the past day. It also stated that the group was mounting a campaign of disinformation to foment unrest in the region.^[209]

On 8 August, the US Central Command said that the US forces destroyed two Houthi antiship cruise missiles and a ground control station in Houthi-controlled territory, as well as a Houthi USV in the Red Sea over the past day.^[210] Al-Masirah on 12 August reported that a UAV operated by the US-led coalition carried out an airstrike on Kamaran island.^[211]

On 14 August, the US Central Command announced that the US military had destroyed two Houthi vessels over the past day.^[212] Al-Masirah on 15 August reported that the US and the UK carried out an airstrike on As Salif district.^[213] The US Central Command meanwhile stated that the US military had destroyed a Houthi ground control station in territory controlled by the group.^[214]

On 16 August, the US Central Command said that the US military had destroyed a Houthi USV in the Red Sea over the past day.^[215] On 18 August, it stated that the US military had destroyed a Houthi UAV in the area controlled by the group over the past day.^[216] Al-Masirah on 21 August stated that the US and the UK had carried out three airstrikes in the As Salif district.^[217]

On 21 August, the US Central Command stated that the US forces had destroyed a Houthi radar system and surface-to-air missile in the area controlled by Houthis.^[218] On the following day, it stated that the US military had destroyed two Houthi UAVs over the Red Sea and another in Houthi-controlled territory.^[219] A French destroyer which was part of the Operation Aspides mission meanwhile destroyed a Houthi USV targeting the drifting oil tanker Sounion.^[220][221]

On 23 August, the US Central Command stated that the US forces had destroyed a Houthi missile system in Houthi-controlled territory.^[222] On 29 August it stated that the US forces had destroyed a Houthi missile system and UAV over the past day in territory controlled by the group.^[223] On the following day, it stated that the US forces had destroyed two Houthi UAVs in territory controlled by the group.^[224] On 31 August, it stated that US forces had destroyed a Houthi UAV and USV in territory controlled by the group.^[225]

September 2024

On 2 September, the US Central Command stated that the US forces had destroyed two Houthi missile systems in Houthi-controlled territory over the past day.^[226] On the following day, it stated that the US forces had destroyed another Houthi missile system.^[227] On 7 September, it stated that the US forces had destroyed a Houthi UAV and a support vehicle in Houthi-controlled territory over the past day.^[228]

On 8 September, the Houthis claimed that they destroyed a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Marib Governorate. Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that multiple air strikes were carried out by the US-led coalition in the vicinity of Ibb.^[229] The US Central Command meanwhile stated that the US forces had destroyed three Houthi UAVs and two missile systems in Houthi-controlled territory over the past day.^[230] On the following day, Al-Masirah reported that the U.S. and U.K.-led coalition carried out airstrikes which struck a location in the al-Jabanah area of Al Hudaydah.^[231]

On 10 September, the US Central Command stated that the US forces had destroyed two Houthi missile systems and a support vehicle in Houthi-controlled territory, as well as a Houthi UAV above the Red Sea over the past day.^[232] The Houthis meanwhile claimed that they had shot down another US MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Saada Governorate.^[233] Al-Masirah claimed that an airstrike by the US and UK-led coalition struck a suspected military base near a girls' school in Al-Janad area of Taiz Governorate, causing a stampede which killed two students and injured at least ten others.^[232]

On 11 September, the US Central Command stated that the US forces had destroyed five Houthi UAVs and two missile systems in Houthi-controlled territory over the past day. Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that the US and UK-led coalition carried out two airstrikes in Al-Kamp area of Taiz Governorate.^[234]

On 12 September, the US Central Command reported that a missile system in Houthi-controlled territory was destroyed over the past day by US forces.^[235] On 14 September, it stated that three Houthi UAVs and a support vehicle in Houthi-controlled territory were destroyed over the past day by US forces.^[236]

On 15 September, the Houthis launched a ballistic missile that was partially intercepted by the Arrow defense system according to the IDF, with its fragments falling in open fields, causing a fire in an open area near Lod, and on a train station in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut. The falling projectile fragments caused damage at the train station.^[237] Nine people suffered minor injuries while running to bomb shelters. More than 2,365,000 Israelis sought shelter with alerts that lasted 90 seconds in the greater Tel Aviv area.^[238]

The Houthis claimed that they had targeted an Israeli military position in the Tel Aviv district with a new hypersonic ballistic missile which the IDF failed to intercept.^{[239][240][241]} The US Central Command later stated that the US forces had destroyed a Houthi missile system in the territory controlled by the group over the past day.^[242]

On 16 September, the Houthis claimed that they had destroyed a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Dhamar Governorate.^[243] Separately, Mohammed al-Bukhaiti, a senior official of the political bureau of the Houthi movement, stated that the US had offered to accord recognition to its government in exchange for it ceasing its attacks and also made threats of intervening militarily. Two US officials however dismissed the statement as baseless in remarks to Reuters.^[244]

On 18 September, the US military confirmed that the Houthis had destroyed US MQ-9 Reaper drones on 10 and 16 September.^[245] On 21 September, the US Central Command stated that US forces had destroyed a Houthi UAV above the Red Sea over the past day.^[246] On 25 September, it stated that another Houthi UAV was destroyed above the Red Sea by US forces over the past day.^[247]

Vice-chair of the UN-recognized Yemeni government and leader of the Southern Transitional Council Aidarus al-Zoubaidi on 24 September said that the airstrikes by the coalition on the Houthis had not seriously affected their capabilities during an interview with The Guardian. He also accused Iran and Russia of supplying the group with weapons.^[248]

On 27 September, the Arrow defense system intercepted a missile from Yemen targeting central Israel.^[249] A teenager was moderately injured after being struck by a car that was pulling over to the side of a road during the attack, and seventeen others were lightly hurt from falls while on their way to shelters or due to acute anxiety.^[250] The Houthis on 27 September claimed that they targeted Tel Aviv with a ballistic missile and Ashkelon with a drone in response to Israel's attacks on Lebanon and Gaza, but the IDF stated that it was not aware of any drone entering Israel.^[251] The group also stated that they had attacked three US Navy destroyers with 23 missiles and a UAV in the Red Sea. A US official confirmed that US Navy warships intercepted multiple missiles and drones launched by the group while they were sailing through the Bab-el-Mandeb, adding that no damage was inflicted to any of the vessels.^[252]

On 28 September, the Arrow defense system shot down a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, with its remains crashing near Tzur Hadassah, causing minor damage. The Houthis stated that they had targeted Ben Gurion Airport as Netanyahu's plane arrived after returning from New York City.^[253][254]

On 29 September, the Israeli Air Force struck Houthi targets in Al Hudaydah and Ras Issa, including power plants and port facilities, killing at least six people and injuring 57 others according to the Houthi-controlled Health Ministry.^{[255][256][257]} The Houthi-run Information Ministry claimed that the group had emptied the facilities used to store fuel prior to the attack.^[258]

On 30 September, the Houthis claimed that they had shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone in Saada Governorate. The US military later confirmed its loss.^[259]

October 2024

On 1 October, the Houthis claimed that they had attacked a military target in Tel Aviv and Eilat with four Samed-4 UAVs. The IDF meanwhile stated that it had intercepted a UAV over the Mediterranean Sea, near the shore of central Israel.^[260]

On 2 October, the Houthis claimed to have targeted military posts deep inside Israel with three Quds-5 cruise missiles.^[261] On the following day, the IDF stated that it had shot down two UAVs near the coastline of central Israel, with another striking an open area near Bat Yam. The Houthis claimed the attacks, stating that they had successfully struck a vital target in Tel Aviv with multiple Yaffa-type UAVs.^[262]

On 4 October, the US forces carried out airstrikes against many cities in Yemen, with the US Central Command stating that it carried out fifteen airstrikes. Al-Masirah reported that four airstrikes targeted Sana'a, while seven struck Al Hudaydah, including the Hodeida International Airport. The Dhamar Governorate and Al Bayda Governorate were also struck per the Houthi media office. US officials told The Associated Press that the strikes had targeted Houthi military bases, weapon systems and other equipment. Al-Masirah meanwhile also claimed that the UK was involved in the airstrikes, an allegation which was denied by the British Ministry of Defence.^[263]

On 7 October, the Houthis claimed that they had launched two missiles at Jaffa, with the first being Palestine 2 missile that reached its target and the second was a Dhu al-Fiqar missile. The IDF stated that the Israeli Air Force had intercepted one missile launched from Yemen and aimed at Jaffa. The group also claimed to have targeted Jaffa and Eilat with several drones.^[264]

On 14 October, Al-Masirah stated that the US and UK-led coalition carried out two airstrikes in Al Hudaydah Governorate.^[265]

The United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on 16 October stated that Northrop B-2 Spirit bombers targeted five underground weapon storage facilities where Houthis stored weapons used in targeting commercial and military vessels. The US Central Command stated that there was no indication of civilians being harmed due to the attack. Al-Masirah meanwhile stated that airstrikes were carried out around Sana'a and Saada.^[266]

On 19 October, the US Central Command stated that the US military had shot down twenty kamikaze UAVs and land-attack cruise missiles launched by Houthis and other pro-Iranian militias during the past week, in addition to a Houthi surface-to-air missile launcher along with its radar.^[267] Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that the US and UK-led coalition launched airstrikes targeting Ras Issa.^[268]

On 22 October, the Houthis claimed that they had targeted an Israeli military base in the Tel Aviv area with cruise and ballistic missiles, bypassing American and Israeli defense systems.^[269] The IDF however stated that it was unaware of missiles being launched towards Israel from Yemen.^[270]

The Houthis meanwhile stated that the US and UK-led coalition targeted the Hodeidah International Airport twice with airstrikes.^[271] On 24 October, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed that it carried out two attacks in northern Israel with UAVs, while also targeting a vital site in the Jordan Valley.^[272] The IDF meanwhile stated that a UAV launched from Iraq crashed into the Red Sea near Eilat.^[273]

On 29 October, the Houthis claimed that they had targeted an industrial area in Ashkelon with UAVs. The IDF confirmed that a UAV had crossed into Israeli airspace, but fell into an open area near Ashkelon.^[274]

On 31 October, Al-Masirah reported that the US and UK-led coalition had targeted the Hodeidah International Airport and the al-Hawak district of Al Hudaydah.^[275]

November 2024

On 8 November, the Houthis claimed to have shot down an American MQ-9 Reaper UAV over the Al Jawf Governorate. The US military acknowledged the videos being circulated online purportedly of the drone's debris and stated that they were investigating.^[276] The group additionally stated that it had targeted the Nevatim Airbase in Israel with a ballistic missile, but the IDF stated that it was intercepted.^[277] Al-Masirah stated that the US and UK-led coalition had launched two airstrikes in the Al Hudaydah Governorate.^[278]

On 10 November, Al-Masirah reported that US and UK-led coalition carried out airstrikes on the city of Sana'a, its suburbs, the 'Amran Governorate and other areas of Yemen. US officials confirmed the airstrikes, stating that the US forces conducted attacks on facilities utilised by Houthis for storing weapons which they used for targeting military and civilian ships.^[279][280] The US Central Command admitted on 13 November that it had carried out airstrikes against weapons storage facilities of the Houthis on 9 and 10 November using both the US Air Force and Navy assets, including the F-35C aircraft.^[281]

On 11 November, the Houthis claimed to have successfully targeted the Nahal Sorek military base near Jaffa, but the IDF stated that it intercepted the projectile in the Bet Shemesh area, with its debris causing fires. Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that the US and UK-led coalition carried out airstrikes in the 'Amran and Saada governorates.^[282] The Islamic Resistance in Iraq meanwhile claimed to have carried out UAV attacks on northern and southern Israel.^[278] The Houthis later attacked USS Stockdale and USS Spruance in the Bab-el-Mandeb with at least eight UAVs, five ballistic missiles, and three anti-ship cruise missiles; US officials said all were intercepted without causing any damage or casualties. The group also claimed to have targeted the USS Abraham Lincoln, but US officials denied the claim.^[283]

On 12 November, Al-Masirah reported that the US and the UK-led coalition launched an air strike targeting a civilian car in the As Sawma'ah district, and three US-UK air strikes targeting the Al-Faza area in the At Tuhayta district.^[284]

On 16 November, the Houthis claimed to have targeted a site in Eilat using a number of UAVs.^[285]

On 17 November, the Houthis claimed to have targeted sites in Tel Aviv and Ashkelon area with several UAVs, but the IDF stated that it was unaware of any such attack.^[286]

The IDF intercepted a missile launched from Yemen on 21 November. The Houthis later claimed to have successfully targeted the Nevatim Airbase on November with the Palestine 2 missile.^[287]

On 28 November, Al-Masirah reported that the US and UK-led coalition had carried out two airstrikes on Bajil district.^[288]

December 2024

On 1 December, the IDF intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen before it crossed into Israeli territory. The Houthis later took responsibility, stating that they attacked a vital target in central Israel.^[289] The group also claimed to have hit a US destroyer and three supply ships belonging to the US Armed Forces which they identified as Stena Impeccable, Maersk Saratoga and Liberty Grace, with sixteen ballistic and cruise missiles.^[290] The United States Central Command later stated that USS Stockdale and USS O'Kane intercepted three anti-ship ballistic missiles, three UAVs and an anti-ship cruise missile launched at them and three merchant ships.^[291]

On 2 December, the Israeli Navy stated that it had intercepted a UAV launched from Iraq over the Red Sea.^[292] The Houthis later claimed that they had carried out three UAV attacks in cooperation with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq against Israeli sites, including two in northern Israel and one in Eilat.^[293]

A missile launched from Yemen on 7 December was intercepted by Israeli air defenses before it entered Israeli territory.^[294] Another missile launched by the Houthis was shot down by the Israeli Air Force on the following day, before it entered Israeli territory.^[295] The Houthis stated that they had targeted a vital facility in southern Israel in cooperation with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq using UAVs.^[296] On 9 December, a UAV launched from Yemen damaged an apartment block in Yavne, without causing any casualties. The Houthis claimed that they had successfully hit a sensitive target in the Tel Aviv area.^[297]

On 10 December, the Houthis stated that they had targeted three supply vessels of the American military, as well as the destroyers USS O'Kane and USS Stockdale escorting them through the Gulf of Aden. The US Central Command later stated that the destroyers had intercepted all the UAVs and cruise missiles launched by the group at the ships.^[298][299]

The IDF intercepted a UAV targeting Eilat and launched from Yemen over the Red Sea on 12 December, while another UAV launched from the east of Israel was intercepted over southern Israel.^[300] The Houthis on the following day claimed to have successfully targeted military sites in Jaffa and Ashkelon using UAVs, in addition to conducting a UAV attack in cooperation with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq against strategic sites in southern Israel.^[301] Al-Masirah on 15 December claimed that the US and UK-led coalition carried out airstrikes targeting the At Tuhayta district.^[302]

On 16 December, the IDF intercepted a missile launched from Yemen before it crossed into Israeli territory. The Houthis claimed the attacked, stating that they had successfully targeted central Israel with the Palestine 2 missile.^[303] A UAV launched from Yemen was also intercepted over the Mediterranean Sea by the Israeli Navy. Al-Masirah meanwhile stated that the U.S. and U.K.-led coalition had carried out an airstrike on the Bahis area in the Midi district^[304] and the al-Ardi complex in Sanaa. The US Central Command later admitted that the US military had targeted a Houthi command-and-control facility.^[305] The Houthis also targeted three commercial ships and destroyers of the US Navy escorting them through the Gulf of Aden with UAVs and a missile during the day, but four UAVs and the missile were shot down by the destroyers, a US Navy helicopter and a French Air Force aircraft.^[306]

Overnight on 18 December, the Arrow defense system partially intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile before it entered Israeli airspace, the warhead however was undamaged and the shrapnel fell in Ramat Gan, with cars being damaged and a school collapsing.^[307] The Houthis claimed to have struck two military sites in the Tel Aviv area using hypersonic ballistic missiles.^[308] A suspected Houthi UAV was intercepted on the following day near the coast of Tel Aviv by the Israeli Air Force.^[309] The Houthis later claimed to have targeted a military site in the Tel Aviv area with a UAV.^[310]

Shortly after the Houthi missile attack, fourteen Israeli warplanes struck areas in Yemen in two waves of airstrikes. The first wave saw strikes on the Hudaydah Port, the Port of Salif, and the Ras Isa oil terminal, while the second wave hit fuel depots of two power stations located near Sanaa. The IDF stated that its strikes targeted sites used by the Houthis for military operations and put the three ports they struck out of use, while destroying eight tugboats.^{[311][312][307]} Al-Masirah stated that the attacks killed at least nine civilians and wounded three others, while damaging an oil facility and the Hudaydah Port.^[313][314]

The Houthis claimed to have carried out two successful UAV attacks on Israel in cooperation with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq on 20 December, including one against Israeli targets in southern Israel and another against a military site in central Israel.^[315]

On 21 December, a Houthi ballistic missile hit a playground in Jaffa after several failed interception attempts, lightly wounding 16 people, while another 14 were injured while fleeing to shelters and seven were treated for anxiety attacks.^{[316][317][318][319]} A man in Rishon LeZion died after suffering a cardiac arrest due to the missile sirens.^[320] The Houthis claimed to have targeted an Israeli military site in the Tel Aviv area with the Palestine 2 missile.^[319] Later that day, a UAV suspected to have been launched from Yemen was shot down by the IAF over southern Israel.^[321]

Also on 21 December, the US Central Command stated that the Us military carried out airstrikes on Sanaa, targeting a Houthi missile storage site and command facilities, in addition to shooting down multiple Houthi UAVs and an anti-ship cruise missile above the Red Sea. It later confirmed that USS Gettysburg accidentally shot down a F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet over the Red Sea in a friendly fire incident, with one of its pilots suffering minor injuries.^[322] The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have thwarted the attack and shoot down the American jet, adding that they fired eight cruise missiles and 17 UAVs at American destroyers.^[323]

On 23 December, the IDF intercepted a UAV outside the Israeli airspace, with the Houthis claiming to have launched two UAVs towards Ashkelon and the Tel Aviv area. A ballistic missile launched by the Houthis was intercepted on the following day by the Arrow defense system before entering Israeli airspace. A woman was seriously injured while running to shelter, while 25 others were treated for anxiety attacks or light injuries received while running to shelters.^[324] Israeli defense minister Israel Katz later threatened to target Houthi leaders in response.^[325]

On the morning of 25 December, a Houthi missile was intercepted outside Israeli airspace. Nine people were injured while rushing to bomb shelters and two were treated for anxiety attacks. Fragment from an interceptor missile caused minor damage in Be'er Ya'akov, while shrapnel was also reported to have landed in the Shephelah and Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut.^[326] Later that day, a UAV launched by the group from crashed into an open area near Ashkelon, causing no casualties. The Houthis claimed to have launched two UAVs, one at a site in the Tel Aviv area and the other at the industrial zone in Ashkelon.^[327] The Houthis also claimed that they had dismantled a spy ring working for the Central Intelligence Agency and Mossad, stating that its members were monitoring Houthi military installations and collecting information on senior political and military figures.^[328]

On 26 December, 25 IAF jets carried out airstrikes in Yemen against Houthi targets, hitting the Sanaa International Airport, where an air traffic control tower, the departure lounge and runway were damaged; the Hezyaz power station near Sanaa; as well as infrastructure in Al Hudaydah, As-Salif, and Ras Qantib ports, including a power plant. At least six people were killed and at least 40 others were wounded in the attacks according to the Houthis, with Director-General of the World Health Organization Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who was visiting Yemen to negotiate the release of UN staff members as well as employees of diplomatic missions and NGO workers arrested by the Houthis, narrowly escaping being killed, and an employee of the United Nations Humanitarian Air Service being seriously wounded.^{[329][330][331]}

The Houthis launched another ballistic missile overnight at Tel Aviv overnight on 26–27 December, claiming to have successfully targeted the Ben Gurion Airport, causing casualties and putting it out of operation. It was intercepted outside of Israeli airspace by the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system of the US, marking its first use since its deployment to Israel in October. Eighteen people were lightly wounded while running to a bomb shelter, while two suffered anxiety attacks. The group also claimed to have carried out a UAV attack on the Tel Aviv area, but there were no reports confirming such an attack.^[332] Al-Masirah later reported that the US and UK-led coalition carried out an airstrike on the September 21 Park in the Ma'ain district of Sanaa.^[333]

A missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IDF outside Israeli airspace, with one person suffering from an anxiety attack. The Houthis later claimed to have successfully struck the Nevatim Airbase.^[334] Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that the US and UK-led coalition had carried out two airstrikes in the Bahis area of Midi district in the Hajjah Governorate.^[335] The Houthis also claimed that they had shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper UAV over the Al Bayda Governorate.^[336]

A ballistic missile launched by the Houthis was intercepted by the Arrow defense system before crossing into Israeli territory on 30 December, with fragments of the missile falling in Beit Shemesh. A girl was injured while running towards a shelter, while multiple were treated for anxiety attacks.^[334] The Houthis claimed to have launched two missiles targeting the Ben-Gurion Airport and a power station south of Jerusalem.^[337]

On 31 December, the United States Central Command stated that ships and aircraft of the US Navy struck Houthi targets from 30 to 31 December, in addition to shooting down several missiles and kamikaze UAVs over the Red Sea.^[338][339] Al-Masirah stated that the US forces targeted the al-Ardi Complex housing the headquarters of the Ministry of Defense and the 22nd May Complex housing the headquarters of the Ministry of Information.^[333]

January 2025

On 1 January, the Houthis claimed to have shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Ma'rib Governorate with a surface-to-air missile.^[340]

A ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IDF during early morning on 3 January, with fragments falling near Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut and in Har Gilo, causing minor damage. Twelve people were injured while running towards shelters, and nine were treated for acute anxiety. A UAV launched from Yemen was later intercepted outside Israeli territory by the IAF. The Houthis took responsibility for both the attacks, claiming to have successfully struck a power plant near Tel Aviv with a Palestine 2 missile and a military target in the Tel Aviv area with the UAV.^[341][342]

On 5 January, another ballistic missile launched by the Houthis was intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory. The Houthis claimed to have successfully targeted the Orot Rabin power station near Hadera. Houthi-run media outlets later reported that the US and UK-led coalition carried out three airstrikes east of Saada.^[343]

On 6 January, the Houthis claimed to have stopped US forces from carrying out airstrikes by targeting USS Harry S. Truman with two cruise missiles and four UAVs. The group also claimed to have successfully struck two Israeli military sites in the Jaffa area and another site in Ashkelon with UAVs.^[344]

On 8 January, the US Central Command stated that the US military carried out strikes against two underground facilities used by Houthis for storing advanced conventional weapons.^[345] The Al-Masirah reported that the US and UK-led carried out five airstikes on Harf Sufyan district in 'Amran Governorate and two airstrikes on Sanhan and Bani Bahlul district in Sanaa Governorate.^[346]

On 9 January, Al-Masirah reported that the US and UK-led coalition carried out six airstrikes, including three on the Harf Sufyan district in 'Amran Governorate, two on the Jarban area in Sanaa Governorate and one on the Alluheyah district in Al Hudaydah Governorate.^[347] Three UAVs launched from Yemen were meanwhile intercepted by the IAF, with one being shot down over Israeli territory by IAF helicopters and its fragments crashing into an open field, and two others being intercepted by the IAF over the Mediterranean Sea.^[348] The Houthis claimed to have successfully struck targets in Tel Aviv area with the three UAVs.^[349]

On 10 January, the US-led coalition and IAF carried out coordinated airstrikes on targets in Yemen. Al-Masirah reported that warplanes of US and UK carried out twelve airstrikes on the Harf Sufyan district, six on the Hudaydah Port, and several on Sanaa. More than twenty IAF jets later bombed the Hudaydah Port, Ras Issa port, and the Hezyaz power plant in Sanaa.^[349] Al-Masirah reported that a civilian was killed and six others injured in the airstrikes.^[350] The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have prevented an attack later by the USS Harry S. Truman, after targeting it and several naval vessels it was escorting with several cruise missiles and UAVs.^[351]

The Houthis during the night of 11 January claimed to have again successfully targeted USS Harry S. Truman and the naval warships accompanying it over a nine-hour period with multiple cruise missiles and UAVs, forcing the aircraft carrier to withdraw.^[352] An American official later confirmed that the carrier and three commercial ships it was escorting had come under attack, but the UAVs and missiles were shot down by destroyers and a helicopter of the US Navy destroyers, as well as a French Air Force aircraft.^[306]

On 13 January, a UAV launched from Yemen was intercepted over the Mediterranean Sea by a missile boat of the Israeli Navy.^[306] A missile was also intercepted by the IAF before it entered Israeli.^[353] The Houthis later claimed to have targeted the Jaffa area with a Palestine 2 missile and four UAVs.^[354]

On 14 January, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses during the early morning. A fragment of the missile crashed into a home in Mevo Beitar, causing damage, with eleven people being wounded while running to shelters and four being treated for acute anxiety.^[355] The Houthis took responsibility for the attack, claiming that they had targeted the headquarters of the Israeli Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv with a hypersonic ballistic missile.^[356] The group later claimed to have successfully struck Israeli sites in the Tel Aviv area with UAVs and a power station in Eilat with a cruise missile.^[357]

The Houthis on 15 January again claimed to have struck USS Harry S. Truman and the warships accompanying it in the Red Sea with several cruise missiles and UAVs.^[358] On 16 January, the 2025 Gaza war ceasefire was declared by Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi to mark Israel's failure in the Gaza Strip. al-Houthi also warned that the group would attack again in case of any breach by Israel.^[359]

On 17 January, the Houthis claimed that the US had conducted five airstrikes on the Harf Sufyan district. It later claimed to have targeted Eilat with four cruise missiles, a target in the Ashkelon area with a UAV and the Tel Aviv area with multiple UAVs, in addition to targeting USS Harry S. Truman again.^[360]

During the morning of 18 January, the IDF intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen in the morning, with fragments falling near Beitar Ilit, Bar Giora, and Mevo Beitar. Missile debris also damaged homes in Mevo Beitar and Tzur Hadassah. The Houthis claimed to have hit the headquarters of the Israeli Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv. A second ballistic missile was later shot down by air defenses.^[361][362] The Houthis claimed that they successfully hit two vital targets in Eilat with a ballistic missile and cruise missile.^[363] The group also claimed that it targeted the USS Harry S. Truman and the warships accompanying it in the Red Sea using UAVs and cruise missiles, forcing it to change its operational area.^[364]

On 19 January, Al-Masirah reported that the US carried out four airstrikes on the Al-Azraqeen area north of Sanaa.^[365] After the implementation of the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the Houthis announced on 20 January that they would stop attacking ships transiting through the Red Sea, except for ships affiliated with Israel. They also stated that they would attack the ships of other states in the event of any attack being carried out against it by them.^[366]

On 22 January, the Houthis stated that they had released all 25 crewmembers of the cargo vessel Galaxy Leader, which they had seized in November 2023, after mediation by Oman and a request by Hamas.^[367] The newly sworn in US president, Donald Trump, reimposed sanctions on the Houthis under the United States Department of State list of Foreign Terrorist Organizations in response to their attacks.^[368]

The United Nations stated on 24 January that the Houthis had detained seven more UN personnel and that the organization would suspend movement of UN personnel in Houthi-controlled areas.^[369]

February 2025

On 10 February, the United Nations suspended its operations in the Saada Governorate after the Houthis detained eight more of its staff members.^[370] The following day, WFP announced the death of one of its staff members detained by Houthis since January.^[371] Abdul-Malik al-Houthi meanwhile warned that the group would resume its attacks if the Gaza war ceasefire collapsed.^[372]

On 13 February, Abdul Malik al-Houthi stated that his group would resume attacks if Israel and the US carried out Trump's plan to move Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.^[373] On 22 February, two US officials told Reuters that the Houthis had fired surface-to-air missiles at a F-16 fighter jet and an MQ-9 Reaper drone earlier that week, but missed.^[374]

March 2025

On 4 March, the Houthis said they had shot down an MQ-9 over Al Hudaydah Governorate; a US defence official later confirmed to Al Arabiya that they had lost contact with one.^[375]

On 5 March, the US imposed sanctions on seven senior members of the Houthi group who smuggled arms and military equipment and negotiated purchases of weapons with Russia. It also sanctioned Abdulwali Abdoh Hasan Al-Jabri, along with his company Al-Jabri General Trading and Investment Co., for raising funds for the Houthis and recruiting Yemenis as mercenaries to fight in Ukraine for Russia.^[376]

On 7 March, amid the standoff over the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, Abdul-Malik al-Houthi warned Israel to resume the entry of humanitarian aid into the Strip within four days or the group would resume its naval attacks against Israel.^[377] On 11 March, Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree announced that the group would resume its attacks on Israeli vessels unless the border crossings to the Gaza Strip were reopened and humanitarian aid resumed.^[378]

A report released by Conflict Armament Research on 13 March stated that the Houthis were importing components of hydrogen fuel cells from Chinese companies, enabling their UAVs to fly farther and better evade detection.^[379]

On 15 March, the US carried out aerial and naval strikes on dozens of Houthi military targets in Yemen after President Trump ordered an escalated military campaign against the Houthis, targeting radars, air defenses, missile and drone systems, and at least one senior Houthi commander. Trump later warned the Houthis to cease their attacks and also warned Iran against assisting them.^[380] On the night of 15–16 March, a Houthi missile landed in Egypt, leading the IDF to investigate whether the missile had been aimed at Israel.^[381]

On 16 March, the Houthis stated that they had attacked USS Harry S. Truman and its strike group with 18 ballistic and cruise missiles and one UAV. A US official stated that US warplanes shot down 11 UAVs, with none coming close to the warship, while a missile fired by the group fell far from it in the water.^[382] The Houthis also announced a "ban" on US vessels entering the Red Sea, the Arabian Sea, and the Gulf of Aden, and said they would target US warships in response to the previous day's American airstrikes.^[383]

On 17 March, the Houthis claimed a second attack on USS Harry S. Truman. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warned the Houthis that the US would continue targeting them unless they stopped attacking international shipping.^[384] Pro-Houthi media claimed that the US carried out two airstrikes around Al Hudaydah—one on a cotton-ginning plant and the other on the command cabin of the carrier ship Galaxy Leader, seized by the Houthis in November 2023, and another airstrike on an under-construction cancer-treatment facility in Saada.^[382][385] Trump meanwhile stated that he would hold Iran responsible for any Houthi attack.^[386]

On 18 March, the Houthis claimed to have attacked USS Harry S. Truman for the third time with missiles and UAVs, but this was dismissed by US officials.^[387] Later, the group launched a ballistic missile at Israel, the first in two months, with the IDF stating that it was intercepted by the Arrow defense system outside Israel's borders. The Houthis stated that they had targeted the Nevatim Airbase with a Palestine 2 missile, and said they would continue their attacks unless Israel ceased its actions in Gaza.^[388] At least ten Houthi military officers meanwhile had been killed by US airstrikes.^[389]

On 19 March, the US launched multiple airstrikes on Yemen. Al-Masirah stated that the strikes first hit Sanaa, As Safra and Majz districts of Saada Governorate, and the Al-Ahli Sports Club building in the Al Mina district of Al Hudaydah Governorate. The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have targeted USS Harry S. Truman and the accompanying carrier group for the fourth time.^[389] US airstrikes also hit Al Hazm district in Al Jawf Governorate, As Sawadiyah district in the Al Bayda Governorate, and Sanaa.^[390] The Houthis stated that sixteen of their members were killed in the airstrikes.^[391]

On 20 March, the IDF announced that a ballistic missile was intercepted outside of its airspace overnight. Thirteen people were injured while rushing to shelter and another three suffered anxiety attacks. The Houthis claimed to have launched a hypersonic ballistic missile at the Ben Gurion Airport.^[392] Later that day, the IDF announced that another missile from Yemen was shot down outside of Israeli airspace, with no injuries being reported. The Houthis claimed that they successfully targeted a military site in Jaffa with a Palestine 2 missile.^[393][394] Al-Masirah meanwhile reported that the US carried out four airstikes on Al Mina district in the Al Hudaydah Governorate and another airstrike on As Safra district of Saada Governorate.^[395] The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have attacked USS Harry S. Truman for the fifth time, using ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and UAVs.^[396]

On 21 March, The Associated Press cited a US official to state that Hegseth had ordered USS Harry S. Truman to remain in the area for another month and also ordered deployment of USS Carl Vinson to the area.^[397] Meanwhile, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted outside Israeli territory, with no injuries being reported. The Houthis stated that they had targeted the Ben Gurion Airport, and also claimed to have targeted USS Harry S. Truman and its carrier group again using UAVs.^[398] Al-Masirah also reported that the US carried out airstrikes on At Tuhayta district in Al Hudaydah Governorate and Saqayn district in Saada Governorate during the day.^[399]

On 22 March, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen fell short and crashed in Saudi Arabia while targeting Israel. The Houthis however claimed that they had successfully targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile.^[400] Al-Masirah reported tht the US carried out new airstrikes, with three targeting Hodeida International Airport and another five targeting Majzar district in the Marib Governorate.^[401] US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz meanwhile stated during the day that the US had so far taken out main leaders of the Houthis, including the commander of their missile crew.^[402]

On 23 March, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen towards Israel was intercepted by the IAF outside Israeli borders.^[403] The Houthis claimed to have successfully struck the Ben Gurion Airport with a Palestine 2 missile.^[404] The group also claimed to have clashed with USS Harry S. Truman and other warships in the Red Sea.^[405] The US carried out airstrikes on Saana, Hodeidah Airport, Al Hudaydah, Port of Salif, Al-Jawf Governorate, Sahar and Kitaf wa Al Boqe'e districts in Saada Governorate, and the Marib Governorate during the day, killing one person and injuring thirteen others according to pro-Houthi media.^[406][407] AlHadath reported that the person killed was a senior Houthi official.^[408]

On 24 March, the White House stated that US government officials had mistakenly disclosed plans about striking the Houthis to Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, hours before the US carried out airstrikes on 15 March against the group.^[409] Meanwhile, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted outside Israeli borders, with several pieces of debris falling in Beit Shemesh.^[410] The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with two ballistic missiles and USS Harry S. Truman with ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and UAVs.^[411]

On 26 March, the Houthis claimed to have successfully struck military targets in Tel Aviv using a number of UAVs and attacked warships led by USS Harry S. Truman using missiles, UAVs and naval forces. Neither of the attacks were confirmed.^[412] Pro-Houthi meanwhile reported that the US carried out airstrikes on the city of Sanaa, Sanhan and Bani Bahlul district and Bani Hushaysh district of Sanaa Governorate, outskirts of city of Saada, Al Salem district of Saada Governorate and Harf Sufyan district of 'Amran Governorate since the previous night, wounding two civilians.^[413][414]

On 27 March, two ballistic missiles launched at Israel from Yemen were intercepted by air defenses outside Israeli borders, with no injuries or damages being reported. The Houthis claimed the attacks, stating that they had launched one missile at the Ben Gurion Airport and another at a military target in Jaffa. The group also claimed to have attacked USS Harry S. Truman with rockets and UAVs.^[415] Al-Masirah meanwhile reported airstrikes on Khawlan district of Sanaa Governorate, killing two people and wounding two others.^[416] The Wall Street Journal reported that at least 41 Houthis had been killed so far in the airstrikes.^[417]

On 28 March, Al-Masirah reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Sanaa, Sanaa International Airport, Saada Governorate, Marib Governorate, Al Jawf Governorate, Al Hudaydah Governorate and 'Amran Governorate, wounding seven people.^[418] The Houthi-controlled Ministry of Telecommunications & Information Technology stated that the airstrikes in 'Amran and Saada governorates took out broadcasting stations, communication towers and the messaging network. On 29 March, pro-Houthi media reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Sanna, Al Jawf Governorate and Saada Governorate, killing one person and wounding four others.^[419]

During early morning of 30 March, the Houthis claimed that they had attacked USS Harry S. Truman three times with missiles, UAVs and naval forces over the past day. A ballistic missile launched by the group was intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory, with one women being injured while running to shelter.^[420] The Houthis claimed that they successfully struck the Ben Gurion Airport.^[421] US airstrikes around Sanaa and in Hajjah Governorate which began during the night and continued till the following morning killed three people and wounded twelve others according to the group.^[422] The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have shot down a MQ-9 Reaper drone over Marib Governorate.^[423] The group later also released footage purporting to be of the drone's wreckage.^[424]

April 2025

Pro-Houthi media on 1 April reported US airstrikes on Sanhan wa Bani Bahlul and Bani Matar districts in Saana Governorate, El Mansouria district of Al Hudaydah Governorate, Washhah district of Hajjah Governorate and the Saada Governorate.^[425][426] The Houthis stated that at least four people were killed in one of the strikes on a water project in El Mansouria district.^[427] Pro-Houthi media stated that the US airstrikes continued into the following day, hitting Hajjah, Saada, Saana and Ibb governorates, killing two more people. The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have attacked the USS Harry S. Truman again.^[427] The US meanwhile sanctioned Russia-based individuals and entities for assisting Houthis in procuring weapons and other goods.^[428]

On 3 April, the Houthis claimed to have shot down a MQ-9 Reaper drone over Al Hudaydah Governorate, im addition to claiming that they attacked USS Harry S. Truman and its accompanying warships using several cruise missiles and UAVs.^[429] Pro-Houthi media also claimed that the US carried out airstrikes on Saana and Saada Governorate, in addition to killing a guard of a Houthi communications tower.^[430] The Daily Telegraph meanwhile cited a senior Iranian official who stated that Iran was ending its support for the Houthis, and added that a Russian military expert was advising the Houthis from Sanaa.^[431]

The Houthis on 4 April claimed to have stopped two planned aerial attacks by the US by targeting USS Harry S. Truman and its accompanying warships.^[432] Pro-Houthi media meanwhile reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Saada Governorate.^[433] Israeli air defenses shot down a UAV over the Arabah area during the day, with the Houthis claiming to have targeted a military site in Tel Aviv.^[434]

Two missiles launched from Yemen on 5 April fell far outside Israeli borders.^[435] Saudi media meanwhile reported the deployment of an additional THAAD air defense system battery and two Patriot air defense system batteries.^[436] During the day, President Trump also published a video during the day showing a purported bombing of Houthis in an earlier airstrike, however pro-Houthi media reported that it was an Eid gathering in Al Hudaydah Governorate of people not connected to the group. Moammar al-Eryani, the Minister of Information of the internationally recognised Yemeni government, stated that around 70 Houthi members were killed in the airstrike, in addition to members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.^[437]

Al-Masirah on 6 April reported that the US carried out five airstrikes on Kamaran island.^[435] Other airstrikes on Sanaa and Saada killed six people and wounded 32 others according to pro-Houthi media.^[438] A UAV launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF outside Israeli borders on 7 April. The Houthis claimed to have attacked a military target in the Tel Aviv area with a UAV and two US destroyers in the Red Sea with several missiles and UAVs.^[439] Al-Masirah meanwhile reported airstrikes on the Saada and Hajjah governorates.^[440]

On 8 April, pro-Houthi media reported that US airstrikes hit Saada, Marib, Al Hudaydah, 'Amran, Sanna, Ibb and Dhamar governorates. The airstrikes killed at least thirteen people and wounded fifteen others in Al Hawak district of Al Hudaydah Governorate, wounded three in Dhamar and Ibb governorates, and hit telecommunications equipment in 'Amran Governorate.^{[441][442][443]}

US airstrikes that began on 9 April and continued into the following morning according to pro-Houthi media, killing at least three people in As Sabain district, in addition to hitting the Kamaran island. The Houthis also claimed to have shot down another US MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Al Jawf Governorate, broadcasting footage of its purported wreckage.^[443] Al-Masirah on 11 April reported that US airstrikes targeted Sanaa, Bani Hushaysh district, Ma'ain district, Hamdan district and the Jabal Nuqum mountain to the east of Sanaa, hitting residential areas and farmlands.^[444] The Houthis also claimed to have attacked USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea with missiles and UAVs.^[445]

On 12 April, the IDF stated that a UAV launched from Yemen was intercepted, while Jordanian media reported that it had intercepted a UAV over the Dead Sea. A Jordanian military source stated that a UAV crashed in the Ma'in area of Jordan according to a Jordanian military source, with its debris causing a fire to break out. The Houthis claimed to have attacked two military targets in the Jaffa area.^[446]

On 13 April, the IDF stated that a ballistic missile launched by the Houthis was intercepted by air defenses, with shrapnel falling in Hebron area of West Bank. The Houthis claimed to have launched two ballistic missiles, attacking the Sdot Micha Airbase and the Ben Gurion Airport, however the IDF stated that only one missile entered Israel, with the other likely falling short outside Israel. The Houthis also claimed to have attacked an Israeli military target in the Ashkelon area, however no such attack was confirmed.^[439] Pro-Houthi media meanwhile reported that US airstrikes hit the Al-Sawari Ceramics Factory in the Bani Matar District of Sanaa Governorate and the Khabb wa ash Sha'af district of Al Jawf Governorate, killing at least seven people and wounding 29. The Houthis also claimed to have shot down a MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Hajjah Governorate.^[443][447]

US airstrikes that began overnight on 15 April hit Al Hudaydah, Al Jawf and Marib governorates according to pro-Houthi media.^[443] Later, it also reported US airstrikes on Kamaran island.^[448] On 16 April, US airstrikes hit As Sabain and Ath'thaorah districts of Sanaa; Bani Hushaysh, Manakhah and Nihm districts of Sanaa Governorate; and Al Hazm district of Al Jawf Governorate, with one person being killed in Ath'thaorah district.^[449][450] Yemeni media also reported that Saudi Arabia bombed the Shada'a District of Saada Governorate with artillery and missiles.^[451]

On 17 April, US airstrikes hit the Ras Isa oil port, killing 80 people and wounding 150 others according to the Houthis.^[452] The US State Department also accused Chang Guang Satellite Technology Co. Ltd., a Chinese commercial satellite image provider, of providing information to the Houthis,^[453] in addition to sanctioning International Bank of Yemen and three of its top officials for helping the Houthis evade sanctions.^[454] Meanwhile, pro-Hoithi media reported that the US also carried out airstrikes on a government complex in the Mukayras district of Al Bayda Governorate.^[455] Yemeni media also reported airstrikes on Al Sama'a camp in the Arhab district of Sanaa Governorate.^[456]

A ballistic missile launched by the Houthis at Israel on 18 April was intercepted by Israeli air defences, with some civilians being injured while rushing to shelters and a fire breaking out near Beit Shemesh due to shrapnel from the interceptor missile. Some shrapnel from the interceptor missile also fell near Beit Fajjar in West Bank.^[457] The Houthis claimed to have attacked a military target near the Ben Gurion Airport with the "Zulfiqar" ballistic missile. The group also claimed to have targeted USS Harry S. Truman and USS Carl Vinson as well as their escorting warships, and shooting down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over Sanaa.^[458][459] The US later acknowledged the loss of the drone.^[453]

On 19 April, pro-Houthi media reported US airstrikes on Ath'thaorah and Assafi'yah districts of Sanaa; Bani Hushaysh, Bani Matar, Al Husn and Hamdan districts of Sanaa Governorate; Sirwah district of Marib Governorate; Al Hudaydah and Hodeida International Airport; killing three people and wounding four others.^[460][461] The Houthis also claimed to have shot down another MQ-9 Reaper drone operated by the US.^[462]

On 20 April, pro-Houthi media reported that US airstrikes hit Ma'ain and Shu'aub districts of Saana, with twelve being killed and 30 being wounded due to airstrikes on the Farwa neighborhood market in Shu'aub district.^[463][464] The US however later stated that the casualties were caused by an air defense missile of the Houthis. Airstrikes continued overnight into the following day per pro-Houthi media, hitting Marib, 'Amran, Saada and Al Mahwit governorates as well. The Houthis meanwhile claimed that they attacked two targets in Israel with UAVs, including a vital target in Ashkelon using a Yafa-type UAV, and a military target in Eilat using a Samad-1 UAV. The group also claimed to have attacked the USS Harry S. Truman and its accompanying warships in the Red Sea, as well as the USS Carl Vinson and its accompanying warships in the Arabian Sea.^[462]

On 22 April US airstrikes reportedly hit Majzar, Sirwah and Al Abdiyah districts in the Marib Governorate; Al Hazm district of Al Jawf Governorate, At Tuhayta and As Salif districts in Al Hudaydah Governorate, Kamaran island, Al-Salem district in Saada Governorate, Khawlan district in the Sanaa Governorate, Jabal Nehm to the east of Sanaa and Al-Barqa Mountain in the Taiz Governorate. The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Hajjah Governorate, in addition to attacking USS Harry S. Truman and USS Carl Vinson along with their accompanying warships in the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea respectively.^{[465][466][467][468]}

On 23 April, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses in northern Israel, with a number of people being injured while rushing to shelter. The Houthis claimed to have attacked a vital target in Haifa with the missile, in addition to attacking a target in the Tel Aviv area with a UAV, however no reports of any UAV attack were confirmed.^[469] Pro-Houthi media meanwhile reported that US airstrikes struck Al Hudaydah, Marib, Saada and Taiz governorates, hitting telecommunications equipment in Marib Governorate.^[461]

On 24 April, pro-Houthi media reported that the US carried out airstrikes on the Sanaa and Saada Governorate, wounding three people.^[470] It later reported that the US also carried out airstrikes on Al Haymah Ad Dakhiliyah and Manakhah districts in the Sanna Governorate, as well as Al Hudaydah Governorate, with one person being killed in the Saada Governorate.^[471][472] On 25 April, pro-Houthi media reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Majzar and Medghal districts in the Marib Governorate, Harf Sufyan district in the 'Amran Governorate, Bajil and As Salif districts in Al Hudaydah Governorate, Kamaran island,^{[473][474][475]} Nihm and Bani Hushyash district in the Sanaa Governorate, and Al Mahwit Governorate.^[471][472]

On 26 April, the IDF intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen before it crossed the Israeli border. The Houthis claimed that they had targeted the Nevatim Airbase. Later, the IDF shot down a UAV, with the Houthis claiming that they had launched two UAVs at a target.^[476] Pro-Houthi media meanwhile reported that the US carried out airstrikes on the city of Sanaa as well as the governorates of Al Hudaydah, Saada, Marib and Al Jawf, with two Yemenis being killed and ten being wounded in Sanaa, in addition to three Russian sailors being injured at the Ras Isa oil port.^[477][478] The Houthis also claimed to have targeted USS Harry S. Truman and USS Carl Vinson, as well as the warships accompanying them, with cruise missiles and UAVs in the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea respectively.^[479]

On 27 April, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses outside Israeli territory, with the Houthis again claiming to have targeted the Nevatim Airbase.^[480] Pro-Houthi media later reported that the US carried out airstrikes on the city of Sanaa as well as Saada and 'Amran governorates, killing eight people in the Bani Al Harith district of Sanaa and wounding several others.^[481][482] US Central Command meanwhile stated that the US military had carried out airstrikes on over 800 targets since 15 March, resulting in more than 650 Houthi casualties.^[483]

The Houthis stated on 28 April that they carried out an attack on USS Harry S. Truman and its accompanying warships in the Red Sea with cruise missiles, ballistic missiles and UAVs. An F/A-18 Super Hornet and its tow fell into the sea whilst being towed, with one sailor sustaining a minor injury. The Houthus however claimed to have shot down the jet. An initial probe indicated that the incident occurred after the jet made a hard turn to evade the Houthi attacks. Pro-Houthi media later reported that the US carried out airstrikes on the Harf Sufyan district in the 'Amran Governorate, the Barash area to the east of Jabal Nuqm,^{[484][485][486]} the Bart Al Anan district in Al Jawf Governorate,^[487] the Bilad Ar Rus district in Sanaa Governorate,^[488] the Sahar district in Saada Governorate^[489] and a detention centre holding African migrants in the Saada Governorate. 68 people were killed and 47 others were wounded at the detention centre.^[481]

On 29 April, pro-Houthi media reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Bart Al Anan district in the Al Jawf Governorate; Bani Matar, Al Husn and Hamdan districts in the Sanaa Governorate; Bani Hushaysh district in the city of Sanaa and Sahar district in Saada Governorate.^[490] Arabic media also reported airstrikes on Houthi barracks in Maqbanah district of Taiz Governorate, Farzat Nihm to the east of Sanaa, the Dhamar Governorate, Houthi targets in Al Nahda neighborhood of Sanaa, the First Armored Division camp northwest of Sanaa, the Central Military Region headquarters in Sawad camp south of Sanaa, Al Khalq and Al Ghayl districts in the Al Jawf Governorate, Majzar district in Marib Governorate and Al-Suwadiyah camp in Al Bayda Governorate.^[491][492] UK stated that it had carried out joint airstrikes on Houthis along with the US, targeting a group of buildings manufacturing drones south of Sanaa.^[493]

On 30 April, pro-Houthi media reported US airstrikes on Al Hazm district in Al Jawf Governorate^[494] and Al Hawak district in Al Hudaydah.^[495] The Houthis meanwhile claimed to have targeted USS Carl Vinson in the Arabian Sea and the warships accompanying it, as well as Israeli military sites in Tel Aviv and Ashkelon with UAVs. None of the attacks however were independently confirmed.^[486]

May 2025

See also: 2025 Houthi attack on Tel Aviv airport and May 2025 Israeli attacks on Yemen

On 1 May, pro-Houthi media reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Hamdan district in Sanaa Governorate, the vicinity of the city of Saada, Khabb wa ash Sha'af district of Al Jawf Governorate, Al Wahdah district in the city of Sanaa^[496] and Kitaf wa Al Boqe'e district in the Sadaa Governorate.^[497] Arabic media also reported airstrikes on 'Amran Governorate, Al Mahwit Governorate and Faj Attan area to the west of Sanaa.^[498] Three civilians were wounded in the overnight airstrikes on Sanaa per the Houthi-run Ministry of Public Health and Population.^[499]

On 2 May, the IDF stated that two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen were intercepted by air defenses, with shrapnel from the first missile's interception damaging a kindergarten in Mishmar HaEmek. An Israeli civilian was slightly injured while rushing to the shelter. The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ramat David Airbase and Haifa.^[500] The IDF later stated that a UAV launched from Yemen was shot down by the IAF.^[501] Pro-Houthi media meanwhile reported that the US carried out airstrikes on the Ras Isa oil port.^[502]

On 3 May, the IDF stated that a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by air defenses. Later, it stated that it shot down a UAV near the border with Egypt.^[501] The Houthis claimed to have attacked a military target in the Jaffa area with the Palestine 2 missile.^[503] Pro-Houthi media meanwhile reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Bani Hushaysh district in the Sanaa Governorate, Khabb wa ash Sha'af district in Al Jawf Governorate, Medghal district in the Marib Governorate, As Salif district in Al Hudaydah Governorate and the Kamaran island.^[504]

On 4 May, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen hit a grove of trees near an access road of the main Terminal 3 of the Ben Gurion Airport, after the Arrow and the US THAAD systems failed to intercept it. Six people were wounded in the attack, while two others suffered acute anxiety.^[505] The Houthis stated that they had targeted the airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile, while also claiming to have struck a vital target in Ashkelon.^[506] Netanyahu later vowed to retaliate against Houthis and Iran through multiple strikes.^[507] Pro-Houthi media meanwhile reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Majz and Sahar districts in the Saada Governorate, Majzar district in the Marib Governorate, Al Hazm and Khabb wa ash Sha'af districts in Al Jawf Governorate, the Ras Isa oil port, Al-Sawad area to the south of the city of Sanaa and the Kamaran island.^{[508][509][510]}

On 5 May, pro-Houthi media reported that the US carried out airstrikes east of the city of Saada; Sanhan wa Bani Bahlul, Bani Hushaysh and Bani Matar districts in the Sanaa Governorate; Shu'aub and Bani Al Harith districts in the city of Sanaa; Al Hazm and Khabb wa ash Sha'af districts in Al Jawf Governorate; and Raghwan district in the Marib Governorate.^[511][512] The Houthis also claimed that the UK was involved in the airstrikes, however the British Ministry of Defence denied involvement. At least fifteen people were wounded in Sanaa according to the group.^[513] Later, around 20 IAF fighter jets carried out airstrikes on the Hudaydah Port, Al Salakhanah and Al Hawak neighborhoods of the city of Hodeidah, as well as a cement factory near the city of Bajil, in retaliation for the Houthi missile attack on Israel the previous day.^[514][515] At least four people were killed and 39 others were injured in the attacks according to the Houthi-run Health Ministry.^[516]

On 6 May, pro-Houthi media reported that the US carried out airstrikes on Sanhan wa Bani Bahlul district in Sanaa Governorate, Al Hazm district in Al Jawf Governorate and the Ras Isa oil port.^[517] Later, the IDF warned civilians to evacuate the Sanaa International Airport. Pro-Houthi media reported that the IAF carried out airstrikes on the airport; power stations in Sanhan wa Bani Bahlul district, Ma'ain district and Bani Al Harith district; as well as a cement factory in the city of 'Amran. The IDF stated that it had completely disabled the airport and destroyed three commercial aircraft of Yemenia Airlines.^[518][519] At least three people were killed and 54 were wounded according to the Houthis.^[520] The director of the airport stated that the attack caused damages of around $500 million to the airport.^[521]

Trump separately announced on 6 May that the US would cease its attacks on the Houthis after the group agreed to stop its attacks on commercial shipping, with a deal being negotiated between the two by Oman. The group however warned that it would continue its attacks on Israel.^[522] While Oman stated that the group would halt its attacks on international shipping, the Houthis only stated that they would halt their attacks on military and commercial ships linked to the US.^[523] A F/A-18F Super Hornet meanwhile fell into the sea due to a failed landing on the runway of USS Harry S. Truman.^[524] The Houthis later claimed to have attacked the carrier and its accompanying warships with a ballistic missile and a number of UAVs before the ceasefire took effect, causing the crash of the fighter jet and the carrier retreating to the north of the Red Sea.^[525]

On 7 May, a UAV launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF.^[521] The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ramon Airbase with two UAVs and a vital target in the Tel Aviv area using a Yaffa-type UAV.^[526] Israeli defence minister Israel Katz warned the Houthis against continuing its attack on Israel on 8 May, stating that the IDF would inflict heavy blows on it even without US support.^[527] On 9 May, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IDF. The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile and a vital military target in the Tel Aviv area with a UAV.^[528]

On 11 May, the IDF issued evacuation warnings for the ports of Hudaydah, Ras Isa and Salif before carrying out its attacks on Al Hudaydah Governorate.^[529] A ballistic missile launched by the Houthis fell short in Saudi Arabia on 12 May.^[530] On 13 May, the IDF intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, with two people being injured while rushing to shelter. Another ballistic missile launched from Yemen fell short.^[531] The Houthis claimed that they had targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile.^[532] Another ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IDF on 14 May, with the Houthis claiming to have attacked the Ben Gurion Airport.^[533] Israel later issued evacuation warnings for the ports of Ras Isa, Hudaydah and Salif.^[534]

On 15 May, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by air defenses, with debris falling into the West Bank settlement of Alon Shvut.^[535] The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile.^[536] On 16 May, fifteen Israeli fighter jets carried out airstrikes on the ports of Hudaydah and Salif, dropping around 35 munitions per the IDF. The IDF estimated that it would take the Houthis a month to repair the two ports. Katz meanwhile threatened that Abdul-Malik al-Houthi would be assassinated if his group did not stop attacking Israel.^[537] The Houthi-controlled Health Ministry stated that one person was killed and nine others were wounded in the airstrikes.^[538] The IDF later stated that a UAV launched from east of Israel was intercepted. The Sanaa International Airport resumed operations on 17 May, eleven days after Israel had struck it.^[539]

On 18 May, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses, with one person being lightly injured while rushing to shelter. The Houthis claimed to have successfully targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a Palestine 2 missile, a Zulfiqar missile and a Yaffa-type drone.^[540][541] On 19 May, the Houthis announced that they would implement a "maritime blockade" on the Port of Haifa.^[542] The USS Harry S. Truman meanwhile had left for the Mediterranean Sea, before it returned to Naval Station Norfolk.^[543]

Two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen were intercepted by Israeli air defenses on 22 May, with one person being injured while rushing to shelter. The Houthis claimed responsibility for both the missiles, stating that they had targeted the Ben Gurion Airport. The group also claimed to have struck vital military targets in Tel Aviv and Haifa using UAVs, however no such attacks were confirmed.^[544][545] Another ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses on 23 May.^[546] The Houthis claimed to have successfully targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile.^[547]

A ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses on 25 May, with debris of the missile falling in southern Hebron Hills.^[548] The Houthis claimed to have successfully targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile.^[549] Two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen were intercepted by Israeli air defenses on 27 May.^[550] The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile, and a vital military target in eastern Jaffa with a ballistic missile.^[551]

On 28 May, the IAF bombed the Sanaa International Airport, with Al Masirah stating that it carried out four airstrikes. The airstrikes destroyed the last operational Yemenia airplane which Katz stated was also used to transport Houthi members.^[552][553] On 29 May, Israeli air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, with the Houthis stating that they had targeted the Ben Gurion Airport.^[554] In retaliation for the attack on Sanaa International Airport on 28 May, the Houthis warned on 30 May that they would target civilian aircraft operated by Israeli carriers as well.^[555]

June 2025

See also: Iran–Israel War

On 1 June, Israeli air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen. The Houthis claimed that they had targeted the Ben Gurion Airport,^[556] in addition to claiming UAV attacks on major targets in Tel Aviv, Ashdod and Eilat areas.^[557] The following day, another ballistic missile was intercepted by Israeli air defenses, with the Houthis claiming to have attacked the Ben Gurion Airport.^[558] On 3 June, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was interecepted by the IDF,^[559] with shrapnel damaging homes in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut. The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a Palestine 2 hypersonic ballistic missile.^[560]

On 4 June, the IDF stated that it intercepted a UAV launched from the east over the Be'er Milka area.^[561] The Houthis claimed to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with two UAVs.^[562] A ballistic missile launched from Yemen was interecepted by Israeli air defenses on 5 June,^[563] with the Houthis claiming to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with a hypersonic ballistic missile.^[564]

A missile fired by the Houthis toward Israel fell short inside Saudi Arabia on 9 June.^[565] The IDF later issued evacuation warnings for the ports of Hudaydah, Ras Isa and Salif. During the morning of 10 June, Sa'ar 6-class corvettes of the Israeli Navy carried out strikes on the Hudaydah Port with two long-range guided missiles, marking the first Israeli naval strike on the Houthis.^[566] A ballistic missile launched later from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses and the IAF, with the Houthis claiming to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport with two ballistic missiles.^[566]

On 13 June, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen landed in the West Bank town of Sa'ir near Hebron, with five Palestinians, including three children, being wounded. Three UAVs apparently launched from Yemen were later intercepted by the IDF.^[567] On 14 June, the IDF stated that it had targeted Muhammad Abd al-Karim al-Ghamari, the Chief of the General Staff of the pro-Houthi faction of the Yemeni Armed Forces.^[568] An Israeli official later stated that he had been wounded in the attack, though this was denied by the Houthis.^[569]

The Houthis claimed on 15 June that they had targeted the Jaffa area with several ballistic missiles over the past 24 hours, carrying out missile attacks in coordination with Iran for the first time.^[570] A ballistic missile launched on 16 June by the Houthis at Israel fell short.^[571] Mohammed al-Bukhaiti, a member of the Houthi political bureau, stated on 17 June that the group would intervene to help Iran against Israel and was coordinating with it in its conflict against Israel.^[572] The Houthis on 21 June also threatened to target American ships in the Red Sea if the US attacked Iran alongside Israel.^[573]

The IDF on 25 June stated that it intercepted a UAV apparently launched from Yemen.^[574] A ballistic missile launched by the Houthis on 26 June fell short outside Israel's border per the IDF.^[575] On 28 June, the IDF stated that it likely intercepted a ballistic missile launched by the Houthis, with the group later claiming that it had attacked a sensitive target in Beersheba.^[576]

July 2025

On 1 July, the IAF intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen,^[577] with the Houthis claiming to have successfully targeted the Ben Guiron Airport with a Palestine 2 hypersonic ballistic missile, in addition to targeting sensitive sites in Tel Aviv, Eilat and Ashkelon with UAVs.^[578]

On 6 July, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IDF, with the Houthis claiming to have targeted the Ben Guiron Airport.^[579] Later that night, the IAF began extensive overnight airstrikes against sites in Yemen codenamed Operation Black Flag, targeting the ports of Al Hudaydah, Ras Isa, and Salif, as well as the Ras Kanatib power plant. The hijacked Galaxy Leader on which the Houthis had installed a radar to track international shipping according to the IDF, was also targeted. Around 20 fighter jets partook in the strikes, dropping 50 munitions.^[580][581]

The Houthis on 7 July targeted Israel with two ballistic missiles during early morning, although no impacts or casualties were reported. The group later also targeted Israel with a UAV which was intercepted, and a ballistic missile which fell short outside Israel.^[582] The Houthis claimed to have targeted Israel with eleven missiles and UAVs; including the Ben Guiron Airport, Port of Ashdod, and a power plant in Ashkelon with ballistic missiles; and the Port of Eilat with eight UAVs.^[583]

Germany stated on 8 July that one of its aircraft which was a part of Operation Aspides, was targeted by a People's Liberation Army Navy warship with laser earlier in the month.^[584] On 10 July, a ballistic missile fired from Yemen was intercepted by Israeli air defenses in the morning, with the Houthis stating that they had targeted the Ben Guiron Airport.^[585] Another missile fired later fell short of Israeli territory.^[586]

On 16 July, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was interecepted by Israeli air defenses.^[587] The Houthis claimed to have launched a Zulfiqar-type ballistic missile and UAVs at the Ben Guiron Airport, in addition to UAV attacks on a military installation in the Negev and the Port of Eilat.^[588] Another ballistic missile launched on 18 July was intercepted, with the Houthis claiming to have targeted the Ben Guiron Airport.^[589]

The IDF stated on 21 July that the IAF attacked Houthi military infrastructure and engineering equipment being used by the group for repairs at the Hudaydah Port using UAVs. Later, the IDF stated that a UAV apparently launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF.^[590] The Houthis claimed that they attacked five Israeli targets using five UAVs, including the Ben Guiron Airport, the Port of Eilat, the Ramon Airport and a target in Ashdod.^[591]

A ballistic missile launched from Yemen was interecepted by Israeli air defenses on 22 July, with Houthis claiming responsibility, stating that they targeted the Ben Gurion Airport. Another missile fell short outside Israeli territory.^[592] The US meanwhile sanctioned a Houthi-linked network of two individuals and five entities engaging in petroleum smuggling as well as evading sanctions.^[593]

On 25 July, a ballistic missile launched from Yemen was interecepted by Israeli air defenses, with the Houthis claiming to have targeted a sensitive site in the Beersheba area.^[594] Another ballistic missile was intercepted on 29 July, with the Houthis claiming to have targeted the Ben Guiron Airport.^[595]

August 2025

On 1 August, the IDF intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, with the Houthis claiming to have targeted the Ben Gurion Airport using a Palestine 2 hypersonic ballistic missile.^[596] On 5 August, another ballistic missile was intercepted, with the Houthis stating that they attacked the Ben Guiron Airport.^[597]

See also

• Tanker War – Series of military attacks by Iran and Iraq against merchant vessels in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz from 1984 to 1988.
• Guanbi policy – A military blockade policy of the government of the Republic of China (ROC) against the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in the Communist-controlled Zone and later, the newly established People's Republic of China (PRC), with the naval traffic blockade lasting until 12 September 1979 (while the regulation on the vessels, crew and owner companies was abolished on 15 January 1992). The privateering of foreign vessels by the Kuomintang government occurred even in international waters.

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