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Israeli Navy Strikes Hodeida Port Following Evacuation Orders

The operation aims to disrupt Iran-backed Huthi militia’s use of the port for weapons shipments.

Overview

  • On June 9 the Israeli military urged residents of Ras Issa, Hodeida and Al-Salif to evacuate ahead of planned strikes.
  • Missile ships targeted Huthi installations at Hodeida port on June 10 in the first naval assault since the Gaza war began.
  • Officials said the strike seeks to halt arms deliveries and stop the militia’s use of civilian infrastructure.
  • The Huthi militia has been firing rockets and drones at Israel since October 2023 as part of the Iran-led Axis of Resistance.
  • There are no immediate reports of casualties from the naval strike on Hodeida port.