He cited the Houthis as a threat to global shipping and international order, emphasizing that Israel will persist with its military actions in Yemen.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to confront the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen with 'force, determination, and sophistication', similar to Israel's previous military actions against Hamas and Hezbollah.

Netanyahu framed Israel's military operations against the Houthis as a necessary defense of the international community, warning that any attacks on Israel will lead to severe consequences.

This escalation follows a recent missile fired by the Houthis that caused damage near Tel Aviv, which the Israeli military partially intercepted.

The Houthis also claimed responsibility for a rocket attack on Tel Aviv that resulted in injuries, further escalating tensions.

In response to ongoing Houthi missile and drone attacks since the Gaza conflict began, Israeli jets targeted energy and port infrastructure in Yemen.

This retaliation reportedly resulted in the deaths of nine Houthi members, according to Houthi leadership.

Netanyahu highlighted that Israel is not acting alone and has the support of the United States and other nations who view the Houthis as a threat to global stability.

He assured that Israel's military efforts will yield results, despite potential delays, echoing the country's past engagements with Iranian-linked groups.

Netanyahu's statements came in the wake of a Houthi attack that injured 16 individuals in Tel Aviv, prompting a strong Israeli military response.

This commitment to act against Iranian influence aligns with Israel's broader military strategies in the region, particularly against Hezbollah and the Syrian army.

Meanwhile, the US military has also conducted precision air strikes against Houthi positions in Yemen, targeting missile storage and command centers.