29 September 2024 Israeli attacks on Yemen
| 29 September 2024 Israeli attacks on Yemen | |
|---|---|
| Part of the Red Sea crisis and the Middle Eastern crisis (2023–present) | |
| Type | Airstrikes |
| Locations | Ras Isa, Yemen |
| Target | Power plants, fuel facilities |
| Date | 29 September 2024 |
| Executed by | Israel Defense Forces |
| Casualties | 6 dead, 57+ injured |
On 29 September 2024, Israel launched attacks in Yemen against the ports of Al Hudaydah and Ras Isa, both located in the Houthi-controlled part of the country, using F-15I, F-35I Adir, and F-16I aircraft. Six people were killed and at least 57 were injured. Widespread power outages were caused in the city of Hodeida itself. The attacks caused significant damage to Yemeni port facilities and power generating stations.
The Israeli attacks were in response to the fire of a ballistic missile by the Houthis directed at Israel's Ben Gurion International Airport a day before, that was intercepted by Israel. The Houthis said their missile attacks are part of a broader campaign to express solidarity with the people of Gaza and Lebanon. This was the second major Israeli retaliatory strike against the Houthis since Operation Outstretched Arm on 20 July 2024, which saw Israeli aircraft attacking the Al Hudaydah port.