Further attacks on Israel will leave Houthi lands unrecognisable, Danon tells Houthis

DDM News

In a tense development unfolding today, Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, delivered a pointed warning to the Houthis in Yemen and their Iranian backers.

Speaking at Israeli Independence Day celebrations at the UN Headquarters in New York, Danon vowed that Israel would take severe military action if the Houthis continued their attacks on Israeli soil.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) is closely monitoring the situation, as the implications of this escalation reach far beyond the immediate conflict.

His remarks have raised alarms across the Middle East, as they hint at potential escalation in an already volatile region.

Danon’s statement came shortly after Israel launched retaliatory airstrikes on key Houthi-controlled sites in Yemen, including the international airport in Sanaa and the important port city of Hodeida.

The strikes followed a missile attack by the Houthis that targeted Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, bypassing Israel’s advanced Iron Dome defense system.

The missile strike, which caused minor injuries and disrupted air traffic, marked a rare incursion into Israeli airspace by the Iran-aligned Houthi militia.

In his address, Danon made it clear that Israel would not tolerate further provocations.

“If the Houthis and their Iranian masters want to play with fire, they will find their own lands unrecognizable,” he said.

This stark warning underscored Israel’s resolve to protect its territory at any cost.

The airstrikes on Yemen were described by Israeli officials as a targeted response to the missile assault and were aimed at neutralizing Houthi infrastructure allegedly used to smuggle Iranian weapons into the region.

The conflict between Israel and the Houthis has been escalating in recent weeks, with the latter increasing missile and drone strikes on Israeli territory.

The Houthis have framed their military actions as expressions of solidarity with Palestinians amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.

Iran’s involvement in the conflict is seen as part of its broader strategy to extend its influence across the Middle East, supporting various militant groups, including the Houthis, in their proxy war against Israel.

Danon also pointed fingers at Iran, accusing it of orchestrating the regional instability through its backing of armed militias.

“We will not allow the Iranian regime’s proxy forces to continue their attacks on Israel,” he declared, stressing that Israel’s response would be “swift and overwhelming.”

This marks a significant shift in Israel’s strategy to confront Iran’s growing influence in the region, particularly by targeting its allied militias outside Israel’s immediate borders.

Despite Israel’s forceful response, the Houthis have shown no signs of de-escalating their campaign.

In retaliation, Houthi leaders vowed to continue their attacks, arguing that Israel’s airstrikes would only strengthen their determination.

This ongoing back-and-forth highlights the rising tension in the region, with Iran’s proxies increasingly involved in military actions against Israel.

As the conflict progresses, there is growing concern that it could spiral into a larger regional conflict, drawing in more countries and militias aligned with either Israel or Iran.

Danon’s statements serve as a reminder that Israel is prepared to defend itself aggressively against external threats, signaling its readiness to confront Iran’s proxy forces head-on if necessary.

The international community remains watchful, as the risk of a broader military escalation in the Middle East looms large.

Israel’s leadership has made it clear that any further hostilities will be met with overwhelming force.

This warning is not only directed at the Houthis but also at Iran, whose influence is becoming more pronounced across the region.

For now, the message from Israel is clear: further attacks will have severe consequences for the Houthis and their supporters.

The international community, watching closely, will be left to see if Israel follows through on its threat, and what impact it will have on the wider regional dynamics.

The outcome of this conflict will have far-reaching consequences, not just for Israel and Yemen, but for the entire Middle East.

As tensions rise, many are hoping that diplomatic efforts will ultimately prevail to avoid an all-out regional war.

However, as of now, the prospect of further escalation looms, with both sides prepared for the next move in this high-stakes confrontation.

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