On Friday, May 16, 2025, Israeli forces conducted strikes on the Yemeni ports of Al Salif and Al Hudeida. These actions occurred amidst escalating tensions and were confirmed by both Israeli military sources and Houthi-affiliated media.
According to reports from the Houthi-controlled Health Ministry, the strikes resulted in one fatality and nine injuries. Israel claims that these ports were utilized for the transportation of weapons and that warnings were issued to civilians prior to the strikes. The Israeli military stated the strikes aimed to dismantle terrorist infrastructure.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz asserted they would pursue Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi if missile attacks against Israel persisted. The Houthi's Al-Masirah TV reported the strikes, noting the ports are key entry points for aid. These events underscore the complex regional dynamics and ongoing conflict.