Israel’s military has issued an urgent evacuation order for Yemen’s Hodeidah Port, warning of an imminent strike on the strategic Red Sea facility. The announcement, posted on X (formerly Twitter) by military spokesperson Avichay Adraee, included a red-marked map of the target area. 🗺️ "Evacuate immediately—staying puts lives at risk," the post stated, accusing Houthi forces of using the port.
Gaza Escalation Fuels Regional Tensions
The warning follows Israel’s expanded ground operations in Gaza City and a UN report alleging "genocide" against Palestinians. Meanwhile, Houthi forces—who control northern Yemen—have intensified drone and missile attacks since Israeli airstrikes killed their leaders in Sana’a last month. 🔥
Red Sea Flashpoint
Hodeidah Port, a lifeline for humanitarian aid, now sits at the center of escalating cross-regional clashes. Houthi fighters have targeted Israel repeatedly since November 2023, claiming solidarity with Gaza. Israel’s retaliatory strikes on Houthi-held areas have raised fears of a wider conflict. 🌊 "This isn’t just a local crisis—it’s a global trade chokepoint," one analyst noted.
