Israeli Airstrikes on Yemen’s Capital Leave Nine Dead, Over 100 Injured – Houthi Sources!

Israeli Airstrikes on Yemen’s Capital Leave Nine Dead, Over 100 Injured – Houthi Sources!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Sanaa, Yemen — Israeli forces reportedly launched airstrikes on the Houthi-controlled capital, Sanaa, killing at least nine people and injuring more than 118, according to health officials aligned with the Houthi movement. The attacks came a day after the rebels claimed responsibility for a drone strike on a location in southern Israel. [1]

Targets & Military Justification

• The Houthi-run health ministry said the bombings struck civilian infrastructure and strategic sites, including a military headquarters and a fuel station. [1]
• Israel’s military, in response, stated that it hit “terror targets” in Sanaa, such as Houthi general staff facilities, security compounds, and military camps. [2]
• Defence Minister Israel Katz described the attack as a strong retaliatory measure against persistent Houthi aggression. [2]

Alternate Reports: Higher Casualty Figures
While some local sources report nine fatalities, others affiliated with the Houthi administration claimed a much higher toll: 35 people killed and 131 wounded in Sanaa and the northern province of al-Jawf, according to their health ministry. [3]

These divergent numbers reflect the fog of war and the lack of independent verification.

The Broader Context & Tit-for-Tat Cycle

• The airstrike followed a drone attack on Eilat, Israel, which was claimed by the Houthis. [4]
• This exchange marks the continuation of cross-border exchanges between Houthi rebels in Yemen and Israeli military forces, a spillover of the wider conflicts in the Middle East. [5]
• In previous strikes, Israel has targeted Yemen multiple times, citing the threat of missile and drone launches that could endanger Israeli territory or shipping lanes. [6]
  Citations:

1. euronews: www.euronews.com/2025/09/10/at-least-nine-killed-in-israeli-air-strikes-on-yemens-capital-sanaa-houthi-tv-says?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Investing.com: www.investing.com/news/world-news/israel-strikes-yemens-sanaa-a-day-after-eilat-drone-attack-4255916?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. VnExpress International: e.vnexpress.net/news/news/israeli-airstrikes-on-sanaa-kill-35-wound-131-amid-escalating-conflict-with-houthis-4937981.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com
4. AP News: apnews.com/article/7053f5847ddef21f2a19c334ab89e674?utm_source=chatgpt.com
5. Reuters: www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-strikes-yemens-sanaa-houthi-run-al-masirah-tv-says-2025-09-25/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
6. Reuters: www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-strikes-yemeni-capital-sanaa-kill-six-wound-dozens-2025-08-24/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Managing Editor of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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