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Israeli Airstrikes in Yemen Kill 35 Amid Escalating Conflict

9/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

Israeli airstrikes in Yemen on September 10, 2025, killed at least 35 people and injured over 130, according to the Houthi-run Health Ministry.
The strikes hit a medical facility, the central bank, and a government complex, contradicting Israeli claims of targeting military sites.
Houthi officials reported engaging Israeli aircraft with air defenses amid ongoing tensions.
Prime Minister Netanyahu described the airstrikes as retaliation for Houthi aggression.
The conflict has escalated since the Gaza war began in October 2023.

History

Historical Context

The 2023 Gaza War, ignited by a Hamas-led attack that killed 1,200 Israelis, escalated tensions in the region, leading to over 45,000 Palestinian deaths from Israeli offensives. In response, the Houthi Movement in Yemen launched missile attacks against Israel, prompting Israeli airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, highlighting the ongoing instability and humanitarian crises affecting the Middle East.

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Story summary

Israeli airstrikes in Yemen on September 10, 2025, killed at least 35 people and injured over 130, according to the Houthi-run Health Ministry.
The strikes hit a medical facility, the central bank, and a government complex, contradicting Israeli claims of targeting military sites.
Houthi officials reported engaging Israeli aircraft with air defenses amid ongoing tensions.
Prime Minister Netanyahu described the airstrikes as retaliation for Houthi aggression.
The conflict has escalated since the Gaza war began in October 2023.

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