The recent reports claiming Israeli airstrikes on Yemen have been denied by Israeli authorities, with official statements stating that no such operations took place. According to some news outlets, the supposed airstrikes targeted strategic infrastructure sites allegedly used by the Houthi militia (Ansar Allah) for attacks against Israel. However, Israel has categorically rejected these claims, calling them false and without basis.

Houthi-affiliated media outlets had reported that a series of airstrikes targeted Sana’a International Airport, the Haziz power plant in southern Sana’a, and key locations in the Hudaydah region, including the Ras Kethib power station and Ras Isa port. The Israeli military, however, has not confirmed any such operations in these areas.

An anonymous source from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) mentioned that Israel is not involved in military activities of this sort in Yemen and that any prior reports related to airstrikes were unsubstantiated. The source emphasized that Israel has no intention of escalating the situation in Yemen at this time.

Aircraft Usage and Capabilities

While reports suggested that advanced Israeli aircraft such as F-15, F-16, and possibly F-35 models were used in the airstrikes, there has been no official confirmation of these aircraft being deployed in Yemen. Israel has not disclosed any operational details regarding its potential use of aircraft for such missions.

The F-15 aircraft, which is renowned for its long flight range and heavy payload capabilities, remains a primary focus of Israel's military strategy for potential future operations, especially targeting distant regions like Iran or Yemen. However, there is no indication from Israeli sources that these aircraft have been used in Yemen.

In addition, the F-16, known for its high maneuverability and precision strike capabilities, has often been used in tandem with the F-15 for air superiority and ground attack roles. However, these reports are still unverified, with no official comment from Israel regarding their deployment in Yemen.

Houthi Air Defense Systems and Claims

The Houthis have been known to utilize Russian-made AA-10 and AA-11 missiles, repurposed for surface-to-air defense, which they have effectively used against various aerial threats. Despite these capabilities, Israeli officials have denied any threat posed by Houthi air defense systems, stating that no such intercepts or damage to Israeli aircraft have occurred.

Furthermore, the Houthi group’s recent claims regarding the downing of an American F-18 fighter jet during a confrontation with U.S. and British forces have also been disputed. While the Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack, the United States reported that the jet was downed due to "friendly fire," which further casts doubt on the credibility of Houthi reports.

Conclusion:
These developments suggest that while the conflict in Yemen remains intense, Israel's involvement in airstrikes on the country has been firmly denied. The situation continues to evolve, with competing narratives from various parties, but no evidence has been provided to substantiate the claims of Israeli strikes at this time.