Israel carries out first strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen since Israel-Iran ceasefire
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Israel Strikes Yemen Ports and Power Plant
Above: A protest in support of Palestine in Sana'a, Yemen, on July 4, 2025. Image copyright: Mohammed Hamoud/Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Israel narrative
The Israeli Air Force has successfully dismantled the Houthis' terrorist infrastructure. The strikes destroyed facilities used to store Iranian munitions for use against Israeli civilians and ships like the Galaxy Leader, which the Houthis used to track shipping vessels to attack. The operation demonstrates the IDF's commitment to neutralizing all threats to Israeli security, no matter where they originate.
Anti-Israel narrative
Contrary to the claims of the IDF, the Israeli attacks early on Monday failed to land a decisive blow against the Yemeni Armed Forces. As confirmed by the Houthis, the considerable strength of Yemeni air defenses frustrated the IAF fighters and threw the IDF’s operation into chaos. No matter what Israel throws at Yemen, the Houthis will stand firm in the face of Zionist aggression.