A missile from Yemen struck Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, prompting Israeli investigations into whether it targeted Israel. The Israeli air force is on alert amid threats from the Houthis, and US President Trump emphasized the willingness to retaliate against such threats, indicating broader geopolitical tensions.
On a recent Saturday night, a missile launched from Yemen struck the southern Sinai Peninsula of Egypt, approximately 250 kilometers from Israel. The missile landed near Sharm El-Sheikh, as reported by The Times of Israel. Consequently, the Israeli military is investigating whether Israel was the intended target, although they currently lack verification on the matter.
In light of the incident, Israeli reports suggest that the military’s air force has been on high alert due to perceived increased risks from Yemen’s Ansarallah movement (Houthis). This heightened readiness follows the commencement of military operations by the United States in Yemen.
On that same day, United States President Donald Trump stated that the US would not shy away from retaliating against Houthi attacks. He emphasized, “We will use overwhelming lethal force until we have achieved our objective” and pointed out that the Houthis had disrupted a crucial maritime trade route, adversely affecting global commerce and breaching the principle of free navigation.
In related developments, the Houthis declared a resumption of their blockade on vessels linked to Israel in strategic regions including the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. This response was prompted by perceived Israeli violations of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, following a temporary suspension of their attacks after a January 19 agreement between Israel and Hamas.
In summary, a missile launched from Yemen has landed in Egypt, eliciting an investigation by the Israeli military regarding the potential targeting of Israel. The heightened alert among Israeli armed forces follows threats from the Houthis amidst recent US military actions in Yemen. US support for retaliatory measures against Houthi aggressions reinforces the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, particularly with maritime trade routes at stake.
Original Source: shafaq.com
