Key Facts
• August 24, Israel bombed Yemen’s capital, targeting the presidential palace.
• The airstrikes were in retaliation for Houthi missile attacks on Israel.
• Houthi-affiliated media reported 6 deaths and 86 injuries from the strikes.
• Houthis, backed by Iran, have aligned with Hamas since October 2023.
• Houthis launched missiles at Israel on August 22, possibly using cluster munitions.
• Israeli PM Netanyahu vowed retaliation against any attacks on Israel.
• Gaza’s health ministry reported 19 deaths, including 4 journalists, in a hospital attack.
• The hospital, Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, was struck on August 25.
• Gaza’s humanitarian crisis continues to worsen amid ongoing conflict.
Summary
On August 24, Israel launched airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sana’a, targeting the presidential palace and other facilities in response to Houthi missile attacks. The strikes resulted in 6 deaths and 86 injuries, according to Houthi-affiliated media. The Houthis, supported by Iran, have been aligned with Hamas since October 2023 and continue to attack Israeli territories and Red Sea vessels. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized retaliation against any aggressors. Meanwhile, in Gaza, a worsening humanitarian crisis was highlighted by an Israeli attack on Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis on August 25, which killed 19 people, including 4 journalists. The escalating violence underscores the deepening regional tensions.
