A missile from Yemen struck Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula recently, with Israel investigating its intended target. Israeli military readiness has increased due to threats from the Houthis amid Trump’s warnings of strong US retaliation against Houthi aggressions. The Houthis have restarted blockades on vessels linked to Israel, affecting global maritime trade.
On Saturday night, a missile launched from Yemen struck Egypt’s southern Sinai Peninsula, approximately 250 kilometers from Israel, as reported by Israeli media. The missile impacted near Sharm El-Sheikh. Currently, the Israeli army is investigating whether Israel was the intended target, but has not verified this information yet.
Israeli sources indicated that the air force has heightened its alert status due to perceived threats from Yemen’s Ansarallah (Houthis), particularly following recent US military operations in Yemen. This situation has escalated tensions in the region.
President Donald Trump stated that the US is prepared to respond forcefully against Houthi attacks, emphasizing, “We will use overwhelming lethal force until we have achieved our objective.” He further noted that the Houthis have disrupted significant maritime trade routes, adversely affecting global commerce and free navigation.
Recently, the Houthis have resumed their blockade on vessels linked to Israel in several strategic maritime regions, including the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. This move came in reaction to perceived Israeli violations of the Gaza ceasefire agreement established in January.
The recent missile strike in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, likely originating from Yemen, has prompted Israel to investigate potential targeting implications. Heightened military readiness by Israel and strong statements from US leadership reflect escalating tensions. The resumption of Houthi blockades on Israeli-linked vessels underscores the ongoing conflict, further complicating trade and navigation in critical maritime areas.
Original Source: shafaq.com
