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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Yemen's fate same as Iran's': Israel again strikes Yemen's Hodeidah port; sends warning to rebel-backed Houthi
T he Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Monday launched airstrikes on Yemen's port of Hodeidah, targeting what it described as 'military infrastructure of the Houthi terror regime. ' In an official statement, the IDF confirmed that the airstrikes destroyed various military assets, including engineering equipment that was being used to restore the port's infrastructure, fuel tanks, and naval vessels used in hostile activities against Israel and international maritime traffic near the port. Defence Minister Israel Katz in a statement said, 'On Monday, the Israeli military struck terror targets of the Houthi terror regime at the port of Hodeidah and is forcefully enforcing the prevention of any attempt to restore the previously attacked terror infrastructure'. He added that 'Yemen's fate will be the same as Tehran's,' referring to the recent conflict between Israel and Iran, reported AFP. The Houthi-affiliated Al-Masirah television channel confirmed the attack, reporting 'a series of Israeli air strikes on the Hodeidah port.' A Houthi security official told AFP that 'the bombing destroyed the port's dock, which had been rebuilt following previous strikes.' Israel first attacked Yemen's rebel-held port city of Hodeidahh in June this year, launching its first seaborne assault against the Iranian-backed Houthi.
Yemen Online
2 days ago
- Yemen Online
Foiled Smuggling Operation: 16,000 Houthi-Produced Captagon Pills Seized Before Reaching Saudi Arabia
Security authorities have intercepted a major drug smuggling operation involving 16,000 pills of Captagon allegedly manufactured by Houthi-affiliated groups in Yemen, according to regional reports. The shipment, which was en route to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through a covert land route, was confiscated following a joint intelligence-led operation conducted by border patrol and counter-narcotics units. Sources close to the investigation stated that the contraband was disguised within commercial goods, raising concerns over the increasing use of illicit drug trafficking as a funding tool by armed groups. Captagon—a powerful amphetamine—is classified as a narcotic substance and has been linked to regional instability due to its circulation among fighters and vulnerable youth. Experts warn that its proliferation poses both health risks and security threats. The thwarted smuggling attempt underscores what officials described as a 'growing trend of transnational drug trafficking' tied to non-state actors, particularly in conflict zones like Yemen. Saudi authorities emphasized their commitment to maintaining border security and preventing the influx of illegal substances, while calling for stronger international cooperation to curb narcotics networks operating across the region.
Yemen Online
2 days ago
- Politics
- Yemen Online
Houthi-Linked Telecom Scandal Shakes Yemen: Mobile Recharge Scheme Used as Intelligence Trap
A communications scandal has rocked Yemen after revelations surfaced that Houthi-affiliated operatives allegedly used the mobile recharge system as a covert intelligence-gathering tool, raising serious concerns over digital privacy and civilian surveillance. According to local sources and telecommunications experts, the scheme involved manipulating the mobile credit recharge platforms—widely used across Yemen—to collect personal information and track user behavior. The practice reportedly targeted thousands of subscribers, including civilians, journalists, and tribal figures, under the pretense of routine service. Individuals were prompted to enter personal data or respond to deceptive SMS messages linked to credit balance verification or promotional offers. In some cases, enhanced signal triangulation and metadata extraction were used to map user locations and communication patterns. Human rights organizations and digital watchdogs have condemned the operation as a violation of privacy and a dangerous weaponization of essential telecom services. Analysts warn that such tactics undermine public trust in national communication infrastructure and may represent a broader strategy to monitor dissent and assert control over digital channels. This scandal has triggered calls for urgent regulatory oversight and international investigation, especially as Yemen's telecom sector operates with limited transparency and is increasingly subject to political interference.
Saudi Gazette
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Ship attacked by armed men and drone boats in Red Sea off Yemen
DUBAI — A commercial ship came under a complex and ongoing attack in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen on Sunday, with armed men using guns, rocket-propelled grenades, and bomb-laden drone boats, according to maritime security reports. The incident occurred approximately 100 kilometers southwest of Hodeida, a port city controlled by Yemen's Houthis, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) center. The ship's armed security team reportedly returned fire as the situation unfolded. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the assault. However, the private security firm Ambrey said the vessel fit the 'established Houthi target profile' and reported that eight skiffs launched the initial attack. The firm later confirmed that the ship was also struck by two explosive drone boats, while another two drones were intercepted by onboard security personnel — suggesting a major escalation in maritime threats in the region. The Houthi-affiliated al-Masirah satellite channel acknowledged an attack had occurred but did not issue any formal statement. The U.S. military's Central Command said it was aware of the incident but declined to provide further in the Red Sea have intensified amid the ongoing Gaza conflict and recent military escalation between Iran and Houthis have launched dozens of missile and drone attacks on commercial and military vessels since late 2023, claiming to act in solidarity with Palestinians in November 2023 and January 2025 alone, Houthi attacks targeted over 100 merchant ships, sinking two and killing four crew members.A brief pause in Red Sea attacks followed U.S. airstrikes against Houthi positions in March, but hostilities have resumed Sunday, the Houthis also claimed to have launched a missile at Israel, which was intercepted by Israeli defenses. — Agencies
See - Sada Elbalad
06-07-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Houthis Say They Fired Hypersonic Ballistic Missile at Israel's Ben Gurion Airport
Ahmed Emam Yemen's Houthi movement announced on Sunday that it had launched a hypersonic ballistic missile targeting Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. In a statement carried by Houthi-affiliated media, the group claimed responsibility for the strike, describing it as part of its continued operations against Israeli targets in response to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and broader regional tensions. There has been no immediate confirmation from Israeli authorities regarding any missile impact or damage at Ben Gurion Airport. Israeli media outlets have yet to report disruptions to air traffic or casualties. The Houthis, who control large parts of northern Yemen, have previously launched drones and ballistic missiles toward Israel and Red Sea shipping lanes, particularly since the outbreak of the Gaza war in October 2023. However, claims of successful hits on targets deep inside Israel remain difficult to independently verify. Regional and international observers are monitoring the situation closely for further developments read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
