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Israel Prepares Prolonged Military Campaign Against Houthis, Building Intelligence Target Bank Under Netanyahu's Strategy

Dec 29, 2024, 04:32 AM

Israeli military operations against the Houthi movement are expected to be prolonged, according to reports from the Walla website citing Israeli army leaders. The Israeli intelligence has begun to develop a target bank against the Houthis, with assistance from other countries. A security source indicated that the Houthis are unlikely to cease their attacks on Israel. The Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is preparing for a broader military campaign focused on neutralizing the Houthi threat, which is seen as a precursor to addressing the Iranian challenge. Israeli officials believe that weakening the Houthis will diminish Iran's capacity to engage in conflict. The military strategy includes targeting Houthi commanders, as their locations are often concealed in caves, complicating identification efforts.