Israeli Official Urges International Coalition Against Yemen's Houthis
Israel believes an international coalition is necessary to counter the Houthi threat, following their control of the Bab el-Mandeb strait and the nearby coastal city of Mokha, according to Channel 12. An Israeli official warned that failing to form such a coalition could lead to chaos in one of the world's most critical maritime trade routes. Hundreds of ships transit the strait daily, connecting Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, including traffic to Israel.
Estimates suggest that Houthi control of the strait could allow them to disrupt shipping using relatively simple means, such as missiles or explosive boats. This could effectively close the strait without requiring advanced radar or coastal defense systems. Israel currently prefers not to intervene directly in the conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia, though discussions with regional partners, led by the United States, have begun.
Israeli assessments indicate that the Houthis have exploited the international community's preoccupation to solidify their control over the Bab el-Mandeb area, with Iranian support. Their capture of Mokha is considered a significant achievement in recent years.
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