NextFin news, On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Israel conducted multiple airstrikes on the Hodeidah port in Yemen, a strategic Red Sea port controlled by Houthi rebels. This followed an evacuation warning issued by Israel earlier the same day, signaling imminent military action.
The Israeli government stated that the strikes targeted areas used by the Iran-backed Houthi group to launch drones and missiles, which Israel described as repeated attacks against its territory. Israeli officials accused the port of being a conduit for weapons transfers from Iran to the Houthis.
The strikes came after Israel warned civilians to evacuate the port area within hours, emphasizing the intent to disrupt the flow of arms and military supplies. The Hodeidah port is a critical entry point for goods and supplies into Yemen, and its control has been a focal point in the ongoing conflict involving the Houthis and regional actors.
Israeli ministers declared that the Iran-backed group would "pay painful prices" for its attacks, underscoring the escalation in hostilities linked to the broader regional tensions involving Iran's influence in Yemen.
The strikes on Hodeidah port mark a significant development in the conflict, with Israel directly targeting a key logistical hub of the Houthi rebels. The operation was confirmed by multiple sources including The National and DNA India, reporting from the region on Tuesday.
Yemeni emergency personnel have previously responded to fires and damage caused by Israeli strikes in the area, highlighting the ongoing volatility and humanitarian concerns surrounding the port and its civilian population.
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