The Iranian-backed Houthis have confirmed the death of Yemen’s Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi in an Israeli airstrike on Thursday in Sanaa. The militants stated that the strike targeted government infrastructure, though details remain scarce. The incident has heightened the already volatile situation in the region, with the Houthis previously accusing Israel of conducting airstrikes in Yemen and accusing the government of collaborating with Israel.
Israel’s military has responded by asserting that it conducted a precise strike against a Houthi facility, emphasizing that the operation was aimed at disrupting militant activity. The statement comes amid ongoing tensions between Israel and the Houthis, with both sides blaming each other for the escalating conflict. The Israeli military has not commented on the death of the prime minister, focusing instead on the broader context of the conflict in the region.
The death of Prime Minister al-Rahawi has raised concerns about the stability of Yemen’s government, which has faced significant challenges in recent years. The Houthis have previously targeted infrastructure and government officials, and the current situation may further destabilize the region. While international organizations have called for restraint, the situation remains fluid, with the potential for further escalations.