Houthi Rebels' Missile Attacks on Israel Deepen Iran's Ties with Hamas

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks targeting Israel, drawing their main sponsor Iran closer to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in the Gaza Strip and increasing the risk of a regional conflict. Israel successfully intercepted the attacks using its fighter jets and Arrow missile defense system. The Houthis, who have held Yemen's capital since 2014, declared three attacks on Israel without specifying the timeframe. The use of the Arrow missile defense system suggests the use of a ballistic missile. The attacks further involve Iran, which sponsors both the Houthis and Hamas, and raises concerns about a broader regional conflict.