Israel-Yemen Conflict: Port Attack Sparks Retaliation, Airport Shuts Down

Israeli Warships Shell Yemeni Port, Sparking Retaliation On June 11, 2025, Israeli warships launched an attack on the Yemeni port city of Hodeidah, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict. The attack, which reportedly targeted Houthi military sites, prompted immediate retaliation in the form of rocket fire from the Houthi rebels toward Israel. "The Israeli aggression against our port is unacceptable," stated a Houthi military spokesperson in a video address, "We will continue to defend our sovereignty." The attack caused a temporary shutdown of Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv as a precautionary measure, and air raid sirens blared across the city. Videos circulating online showed people in Tel Aviv reacting to the emergency. Israeli authorities issued warnings to avoid the Haifa port due to potential further attacks. The incident underscores the complex dynamics of the conflict in Yemen and the broader regional tensions involving Israel and its adversaries. While the immediate crisis seems to have subsided, the potential for further escalation remains a concern.