Iran war: Houthis claim 2nd attack on Israel in 24 hours

Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for two missile attacks on Israel within a 24-hour period, marking their formal entry into the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has now entered its second month. The Houthis, who are backed by Iran, have vowed to escalate their attacks, indicating that their "fingers are on the trigger" as tensions rise between the U.S.-Israeli coalition and Iran (Reuters). The missile strikes are part of a broader concern that the Houthis could disrupt shipping in the Red Sea, which would have significant implications for global trade and energy markets (The New York Times). In addition to the Houthi attacks, the conflict has seen a serious breach of American defenses, with U.S. officials reporting that an Iranian strike on a military base in Saudi Arabia resulted in injuries to 12 U.S. troops (The New York Times). This incident highlights the escalating risks for American forces in the region as the conflict intensifies. The situation remains volatile, with reports of loud explosions in Tehran, indicating the broader impact of the ongoing war (France24). The Israeli army has also reported the death of a fifth soldier in combat in southern Lebanon, underscoring the ongoing violence and military engagements in the area (France24). As the Houthis continue to threaten further action, the international community is closely monitoring the developments, fearing that the conflict could spiral out of control (Al Jazeera).