Israel Signals Potential Large-Scale Operations Against Houthis

The SARI Research Institute, a global authority on security affairs, predicts that Israel may escalate its response against the Houthis in Yemen, moving beyond limited retaliatory strikes to broader operations akin to those conducted in Lebanon.

The analysis emerges amid Houthi threats to target U.S. interests directly if attacked. The report indicates that Tel Aviv might carry out long-range, comprehensive operations targeting Houthi logistics hubs and weapons depots, leveraging its successes in countering Iran-backed proxies in Syria and Lebanon.

Operational Strategy:

According to the study, there is an "increasing likelihood" that Israel will expand its campaign in Yemen should the Houthis persist in threatening Israeli territories. Following the neutralization of Syrian air defenses, Israeli military planners see an opportunity to dismantle Houthi infrastructure and sustain more extensive operations.

Targeted Regions:

Strategic locations like Hodeidah are emerging as focal points for potential military action.
The Houthis are reportedly strengthening their military presence in these areas, signaling their anticipation of imminent attacks.

Regional Security Risks:

The Houthis have evolved from merely posing a maritime security threat to pursuing operational and psychological impacts directly within Israeli territories, complicating the regional security landscape.

Conclusion:

The rising aggression of the Houthis, coupled with growing threats in the region, may drive Israel and the U.S.-led coalition to adopt more assertive measures in Yemen.