Israel says it struck Houthi-held ports and cargo ship in Yemen

The Israeli military launched airstrikes on Houthi-controlled ports and infrastructure in Yemen, including Hudaydah and the hijacked ship Galaxy Leader, in response to repeated Houthi missile and drone attacks on Israel. The Houthis claimed to have repelled the strikes and retaliated by firing missiles and drones at Israeli targets, including Ben Gurion Airport. Meanwhile, Houthi forces attacked the bulk carrier Magic Seas in the Red Sea with gunfire, sea drones, and missiles, damaging the vessel and causing a fire, the BBC has reported. Tensions have escalated since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023, with the Houthis targeting Israel and shipping in solidarity with Palestinians.