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Houthi Rebels Halt Attacks Amid Fragile Gaza Ceasefire

11/12/2025

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Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced a pause in attacks against Israel and shipping in the Red Sea during a fragile ceasefire in Gaza.
Houthi military chief Maj. Gen. Yusuf Hassan al-Madani warned they would resume operations if Israel escalates aggression.
Since the ceasefire began on October 10, 2023, the Houthis have not claimed any attacks, despite previously launching over 130 missiles at Israel.
Their maritime campaign has caused the deaths of at least nine mariners and the sinking of four ships.
The U.S. has conducted strikes against the Houthis, who have threatened Saudi Arabia and detained UN workers, accusing them of espionage.

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Story summary

Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced a pause in attacks against Israel and shipping in the Red Sea during a fragile ceasefire in Gaza.
Houthi military chief Maj. Gen. Yusuf Hassan al-Madani warned they would resume operations if Israel escalates aggression.
Since the ceasefire began on October 10, 2023, the Houthis have not claimed any attacks, despite previously launching over 130 missiles at Israel.
Their maritime campaign has caused the deaths of at least nine mariners and the sinking of four ships.
The U.S. has conducted strikes against the Houthis, who have threatened Saudi Arabia and detained UN workers, accusing them of espionage.