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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-05-06 at 13:05
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Israel Targets Yemen Airport in Major Escalation
Hamas Leaders Surrender as Israel Encircles Gaza
Hezbollah Prepares for Israeli Operations Amid Regional Tensions
The time is now 09:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At nine o'clock in the morning, the news from the Middle East remains intensely focused on the ongoing multi-front conflict involving Israel, Iran, and their respective proxies. Reports confirm that Israel has launched a series of targeted airstrikes against key strategic sites in Yemen, including the international airport in Sanaa, which has been completely destroyed, along with military and civilian aircraft and infrastructure. These actions are part of Israel’s broader effort to weaken Iran-backed forces in the region.
In Yemen, sources report over twenty airstrikes by Israel, targeting Houthi-controlled facilities such as power stations and military sites in the regions of Sanaa and its outskirts, including the Al-Hadath area. The Houthis have responded by claiming that the airport in Sanaa is now under attack, with thick smoke rising from the site. The airport’s runways have been reportedly closed, and the ongoing assaults signal a significant escalation in Israel’s regional military activity, which has also included numerous strikes against sites linked to the Houthis in other parts of Yemen and in neighboring areas.
Meanwhile, in Gaza, two Hamas officers, including a commander involved in the October 7th massacre, surrendered to Israeli forces. These surrenders follow intensive operations by the IDF, which has encircled Rafah and uncovered terrorist infrastructure. The IDF reports that during recent operations, they have located and destroyed dozens of weapons and terrorist hideouts, with ongoing plans to expand the campaign. The IDF’s upcoming operation, dubbed Gideon’s Chariots, aims to take control of Gaza’s territory, including evacuating civilians from the north to the south, signaling a long-term strategic shift.
In the northern front, Israel reports over 20 airstrikes targeting the international airport in Sanaa, Yemen, with reports of the airport being completely hit, including civilian aircraft and service facilities. The Iranian-backed Houthis have issued statements confirming the attack, which comes amid rising tensions and ongoing Israeli military actions in the region. Israeli military sources describe the operation as part of a broader campaign to weaken Iran’s influence and its proxies across the Middle East.
In Lebanon, Hezbollah remains active, with reports indicating that they have been alerted about upcoming Israeli operations. The group’s external relations chief claimed coordination with Turkey regarding drone deliveries, hinting at increased regional cooperation in support of Iran’s efforts.
In Syria and Iraq, Israeli forces continue to target Iranian-backed militias and weapons shipments, with recent strikes on sites linked to Iranian forces and their proxies. The United States has also been involved, providing military aid to Ukraine, which recently conducted a prisoner exchange with Russia, releasing over 200 servicemen and receiving 205 Russian prisoners in return.
Internationally, Ukraine’s chief rabbi has issued a heartfelt appeal to former President Donald Trump, urging him to aid Kyiv through a song that emphasizes the moral urgency of fighting against evil forces represented by Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The song underscores the ongoing conflict and the importance of American support.
Domestically, Israel faces internal security challenges, including a rise in criminal activity in the southern Negev, where theft of livestock, equipment, and produce has increased by over 200 percent, primarily attributed to Bedouin gangs. The justice system’s perceived leniency and inadequate deterrence have contri
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