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Israeli warplanes conducted airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, targeting multiple sites including power stations, the presidential palace, and an oil company, resulting in at least six deaths and 86 injuries, according to Houthi-run media and health officials. The strikes, confirmed by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, followed a recent Houthi hypersonic missile attack on Tel Aviv, marking a significant escalation in the conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed Houthi rebels who control northern Yemen. The Houthis have launched repeated attacks on Israel since November 2023, citing support for Palestinians in Gaza, while Israel has retaliated with airstrikes on Houthi-held territory. The strikes in Sanaa represent a rare direct Israeli military operation on Yemeni soil and raise concerns about broader regional instability and the security of Red Sea shipping lanes. This development occurs amid ongoing humanitarian crises and military escalations in the Middle East, including intensified Israeli operations in Gaza and widespread protests worldwide. The situation remains fluid with potential implications for regional security and international diplomatic efforts. (Updated 25 Aug 2025, 14:09 IST; source: link)