Can Israel Take On Houthis Without US? IDF Bombs Yemen, Netanyahu Vows Rebel Leader’s Blood | CLRCUT

Israeli fighter jets struck Houthi-controlled ports in Yemen, escalating tensions in the Red Sea. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned of continued attacks, blaming Iran for backing the Houthis. Defense Minister Katz threatened Houthi leaders, including Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, with targeted strikes. In response, senior Houthi official Mohammed Ali al-Houthi dismissed Israel's threats as political posturing. Experts warn that killing top Houthi leaders may disrupt operations temporarily but risks triggering regional retaliation and deepening instability. Without US support, Israel faces challenges containing the Houthis alone, as the group’s missile capabilities, terrain advantage, and ideological resolve make them a persistent and complex threat.