United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern regarding airstrikes conducted inside and around the Hodeidah port in Yemen. According to a statement published on the official UN website, Guterres called on all parties involved to avoid attacks that could harm civilians and civilian infrastructure. He also voiced significant worry about the risk of further escalation in the region and urged all relevant parties to exercise maximum restraint.
According to the Israeli newspaper “Jerusalem Post,” the Israeli military confirmed last night, Saturday, that its fighter jets had struck military targets belonging to the Houthis in the Hodeidah port area in Yemen.
The Houthis, aligned with Iran, have increasingly posed threats to Israeli interests in the region. Their involvement or reactionary measures against Israel have been seen as part of a larger proxy battle that involves Iran and its regional adversaries, which include Israel. This dynamic is particularly pronounced given Iran’s support for both Hamas and the Houthis, creating a unified front against Israeli and Saudi interests.
The ongoing war in Gaza has not only strained regional tensions but has also led to alignments and re-alignments of regional powers. The Houthi reaction or involvement can be seen as an extension of the conflict dynamics where regional powers are choosing sides or acting out in support of their allies.
