Israel has launched airstrikes on Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah, killing and injuring an unknown number of people. The attack is believed to be a response to a recent Houthi drone strike on Tel Aviv, which killed one person and injured 10 others.

The airstrikes targeted oil storage facilities and a power plant in Hodeidah, causing a massive fire and power cuts in the area. Health officials have confirmed fatalities and injuries, although the exact number is still unknown.

Houthi officials have condemned the attack as “blatant Israeli aggression” and vowed to continue supporting Gaza. The strikes have sparked fears of a wider conflict in the region, as Israel battles proxies of Iran.

The escalation comes as the United States and United Kingdom have been conducting airstrikes in Yemen for months, in response to the Houthis’ attacks on commercial shipping. The situation is increasingly complex, with multiple actors involved and a high risk of miscalculation.

Experts warn that Israel’s actions could lead to a broader conflict, drawing in other regional powers and potentially destabilizing the already fragile Middle East. Diplomatic efforts are urgently needed to de-escalate the situation and prevent further bloodshed.

As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the people of Yemen, already suffering from years of civil war and humanitarian crisis, will bear the brunt of this escalating conflict.