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Houthis Launch Second Major Missile & Drone Attack on Israel in West Asia Escalation

Yemen's Houthi rebels have announced their second military operation targeting what they describe as vital Israeli sites in southern occupied Palestine using cruise missiles and drones. The group's military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, stated the operation was part of the "Holy Jihad Battle" and was coordinated with allied forces in Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon. This escalation follows the group's first official operation against Israel just a day prior, vowing to continue until their objectives are met. The development occurs amidst ongoing regional tensions stemming from US-Israel strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliatory actions.

Key Points: Houthis' Second Military Operation Targets Israel with Missiles, Drones

  • Houthis launch second major operation
  • Barrage of cruise missiles and drones used
  • Coordinated with Iran and Hezbollah
  • Vows to continue until objectives met
  • Follows US-Israel strikes and Iranian retaliation
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Yemen's Houthis carry out "second military operation" against Israel amid West Asia conflict

Yemen's Houthis announce a second barrage targeting Israel, coordinating with Iran & Hezbollah, escalating the West Asia conflict.

"successfully achieved its objectives - Yahya Saree, Houthi military spokesperson"

Sanaa, March 29

Yemen's Houthis on Sunday announced a "second military operation" targeting Israel in a significant escalation of the ongoing West Asia conflict, using a barrage of cruise missiles and drones against what it described as "vital and military sites" in southern occupied Palestine.

In a statement posted on Telegram, Yahya Saree, the Houthis' military spokesperson, said that the operation was launched as part of the "Holy Jihad Battle" and coincided with military actions by allied groups, including forces in Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon. He added that the second operation "successfully achieved its objectives."

"Forces carried out the second military operation in the "Holy Jihad Battle" with a barrage of cruise missiles and drones targeting several vital and military sites belonging to the Zionist enemy in southern occupied Palestine. This operation coincided with the military operations being carried out by our mujahideen brothers in Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon, and, by the grace of Allah, it successfully achieved its objectives," the statement read.

This comes moments after the Iranian-backed group in Yemen officially joined the conflict in the region, earlier on Saturday.

The group, in a statement, said it had carried out its first military operation against Israeli military sites using a barrage of ballistic missiles, also describing it as coordinated with resistance efforts in Iran and Lebanon.

In that statement, the Houthis vowed that their operations "will continue until the declared objectives are achieved" and until what they termed "aggression against all fronts of the resistance ceases".

This development comes as diplomatic engagements between Washington and Tehran continue amid the conflict in West Asia, following US-Israel joint military strikes on Iran on February 28, which led to the death of 86-year-old Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, after which Tehran, in retaliation, targeted Israel and US assets in several Gulf countries, causing disruption in the waterways and affecting international energy markets and global economic stability.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The article mentions disruption in waterways. This is critical for India. A huge amount of our trade, including energy imports, passes through the Red Sea and the Gulf. The government needs to have contingency plans ready. 🇮🇳
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Arjun K
While the human cost in Palestine is tragic, India must maintain a balanced foreign policy. We have strong ties with Israel (technology, defense) and also crucial energy and connectivity interests with the Gulf nations. Walking this tightrope is our biggest diplomatic test.
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Priya S
The term "Holy Jihad Battle" is concerning. This framing can radicalize youth globally. In our diverse country, we must be vigilant against any imported extremist ideologies. Our strength is in unity and secularism.
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Vikram M
With respect, I think the article could provide more context on why the Houthis are involved. It's not just about Iran. There's a long history of the Yemeni people's stance on Palestine. Understanding the root causes is key, even if we don't support the methods.
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Karthik V
Our primary concern should be the safety of Indian citizens in the region. There are lakhs of Indians working in the Gulf and Israel. The MEA must ensure their security and have evacuation plans on standby. Jai Hind.

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