Sanaa – The Israeli Defense Forces announced a strike on an energy infrastructure site operated by Houthis south of Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, early Sunday, specifically targeting the Haziz power station. The Israel military stated that these strikes were a response to multiple Houthi attacks, including missile and drone launches aimed at Israel. The United States and the United Kingdom have previously conducted strikes against Houthis in Yemen, reports 24brussels.
Why did Israel target the Haziz power station?
Israeli media reported that the Israeli navy conducted the attack on the Haziz power station. A military statement indicated that Israeli forces “struck… deep inside Yemen, targeting an energy infrastructure site that served the Huthi terrorist regime” in Houthi-controlled areas around Sanaa.
How did the Houthis respond to the Israeli strike?
Houthi-operated Al Masirah TV labeled the action as ‘aggression’ and reported that it allowed attacking forces to disable some generators at the power station. The broadcast also claimed that multiple teams successfully contained a fire resulting from the strike. No immediate casualties were disclosed; however, residents noted hearing at least two explosions in Sanaa.
Israel has intensified airstrikes against Houthi-managed regions in Yemen, responding to a continuous wave of rocket and drone assaults directed at Israel. Since October 2023, Houthi forces have targeted Israel with missile and drone launches, claiming these actions are a demonstration of solidarity with the Palestinians facing military actions in Gaza and a protest against Israeli operations.
How has Israel expanded strikes beyond Gaza and Lebanon?
Israel has extended its military operations from Gaza and Lebanon to Yemen, seeking to dismantle the Houthis’ logistical capabilities. Major attacks have severely damaged ports in Hodeidah, Ras Isa, As-Salif, as well as power plants and oil terminals crucial for facilitating weapons imports and command.
What happened during the major Israeli air raid on 5 May?
In one of the most significant assaults on 5 May 2025, over 30 Israeli Air Force aircraft targeted nine Houthi locations, deploying around fifty munitions. Key targets included the al-Imran cement factory east of Hodeidah, which resulted in four fatalities and 42 injured. This operation followed a Houthi missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport the previous day.
