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Yemen Strikes Israeli Bases, Escalating Regional Tensions

8/5/2025

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Yemen's armed forces have intensified regional tensions by launching three drone strikes on Israeli military sites in Yaffa, Ashkelon, and Haifa, declaring their solidarity with Gaza. Yemeni officials promise to persist in their operations until Israel halts its offensive and blockade, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict that erupted in October 2023.

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Yemen's armed forces have intensified regional tensions by launching three drone strikes on Israeli military sites in Yaffa, Ashkelon, and Haifa, declaring their solidarity with Gaza. Yemeni officials promise to persist in their operations until Israel halts its offensive and blockade, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict that erupted in October 2023.