Houthis claim new drone and missile strikes on Israel as Red Sea tensions persist

Yemen’s Houthi movement said on Sunday that it carried out new drone and missile attacks aimed at Israel, adding to a campaign that has disrupted shipping and widened regional tensions. The group did not immediately provide independent evidence to verify the claims.

The announcement comes as the Red Sea remains a volatile flashpoint, with repeated attacks and counterstrikes drawing in multiple regional actors. Commercial shipping has faced persistent disruption, raising security concerns far beyond the immediate conflict zone.

Reuters reported the claims without independently confirming the strikes. Israeli authorities have not publicly detailed any damage linked to the latest announcement, and the situation remains fluid. As with previous incidents, the impact on civilians, trade routes, and regional stability remains a central concern.

The Houthis, who are aligned with Iran, have repeatedly said they are targeting Israel and vessels connected to its interests. The latest claim underscores how the conflict continues to spill across borders, with ordinary people and commercial traffic bearing much of the risk.