Israel's military objectives included a military complex, a presidential palace, fuel depots, and power stations, as the ongoing conflict intensifies. The Houthi attack, which allegedly caused minor damage, marks the first instance of the Iran-backed group utilizing such controversial weaponry in the current conflict. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) revealed that one bomb from the Houthi missile had landed in a residential area of Israel, leading to an investigation into the missile’s interception failure.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz oversaw the Israeli operation from a command center in Tel Aviv. Netanyahu asserted a strong stance against the aggressor, stating, "Anyone who attacks us - we attack them." This incident follows a series of missile attacks conducted by the Houthis since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in October 2023, as they present their actions as solidarity with the Palestinian people.

The Houthis, who have controlled large areas in north-western Yemen since 2014, are backed by Iran and continue to be a contentious force in the region with their aggressive military engagements. The use of cluster munitions, which are notorious for their potential to injure civilians through unexploded ordnance, has raised concerns among human rights organizations and the international community.

As the conflict escalates, the dynamics in the Middle East continue to shift, with implications for international relations and regional stability.