Houthis Threaten to Resume Strikes on Israel if Gaza Ceasefire Fails

Overview

• Newly appointed chief of staff Yousif al-Madani sent a letter to Hamas, aired on al-Masirah TV, pledging support and vowing renewed operations if fighting restarts.
• The movement says it will relaunch missile and drone attacks should the truce collapse, echoing leader Abdul‑Malik al‑Houthi’s call to prepare for a new confrontation.
• In recent days, the group declared a general mobilization, recruited tribal fighters, tightened security with new checkpoints, and detained additional UN staff on spying allegations.
• Houthi forces also moved reinforcements to fronts near Marib, as the group highlights past strikes on Israeli-linked shipping and rocket and drone launches since October 2023.
• Xinhua and Press TV reported the message as regional tensions persist, with Israel previously labeling the Houthis a threat and vowing to counter them.