Israel’s Strike Kills 12 Senior Houthi Figures: Impact on Rebel Group?

Last week, Israel carried out a targeted strike in Yemen’s capital of Sanaa, resulting in the assassination of 12 senior Houthi figures, including their prime minister. The attack is considered a significant blow to the Iran-backed rebel group. Thousands of mourners gathered for the funeral of the slain officials, expressing their allegiance to the Houthi cause by chanting the group’s slogan: ‘God is Great.’ The loss of key leaders is likely to have strategic implications for the organization and its operations.