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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-05-06 at 17:04
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Israel Launches Targeted Strikes on Yemen Houthis
Houthi Surrender Sparks U.S. Ceasefire Pause in Yemen
Israel Mobilizes 80,000 Reservists Amid Gaza Tensions
The time is now 01:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 1:00 PM, we continue to monitor the escalating conflict across multiple fronts involving Israel, Iran, and their regional proxies. Israel’s military has launched a series of targeted strikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, and surrounding strategic sites, including an international airport, power stations, and a cement factory, to weaken the Houthi rebels backed by Iran. These operations involved twenty Israeli aircraft performing aerial refueling and deploying numerous munitions. The Houthi health authorities report three fatalities and thirty-five injuries from these Israeli raids.
Meanwhile, in Yemen, the Houthis have announced a halt to their missile attacks, claiming they have “capitulated” and no longer wish to fight, a move that coincides with Israel’s intensified efforts in the region. The United States, under President Trump’s administration, has also paused its bombing campaign against the Houthis, citing the group’s purported surrender. Despite this, Houthi forces continue to fire at US naval vessels off Yemen’s coast, underscoring ongoing tensions.
In the broader Middle East, international diplomatic efforts are underway. The United States is reportedly proposing a new ceasefire plan, aiming for a long-term truce ahead of President Trump’s scheduled visit to the region later this month. However, Israeli officials have expressed uncertainty about the initiative, indicating they were not briefed on the details.
In Gaza, sources suggest the US is offering a new ceasefire proposal, which aims to halt hostilities and create a foundation for negotiations. Qatar media reports that the plan could lead to a lasting truce before President Trump’s visit, though Israeli authorities say they are unaware of such plans. The situation on the ground remains tense as Israel prepares to expand its operations in Gaza, aiming to degrade militant capabilities.
On the domestic front, Israel is mobilizing forces, with reports that the military is preparing to draft up to 80,000 additional reservists, including a significant number of ultra-Orthodox recruits, amid ongoing security concerns. The political landscape is also tense, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defending his dealings with media executives amid ongoing corruption trials, including Case 2000, related to alleged negotiations with Yediot Ahronot’s owner.
Internationally, President Trump has announced that the United States will cease its airstrikes against the Houthis, claiming they have “capitulated” and no longer wish to continue fighting. This statement follows recent Israeli airstrikes in Yemen and amid ongoing tensions with Iran and its proxies.
Adding to the regional instability, concerns grow over Syria’s Druze community amid recent violent attacks by pro-Assad militias aligned with extremist factions. Israeli Druze leaders warn of potential spillover violence and emphasize the importance of covert support and strategic cooperation to protect their communities and maintain regional stability.
In other global developments, Russia’s military claims to have downed two Ukrainian drones en route to Moscow, while the EU’s foreign policy chief highlights the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, calling for the immediate resumption of aid through neutral channels.
This complex web of military actions, diplomatic maneuvers, and regional tensions underscores a Middle East on the brink of further escalation. The situation remains fluid, and international efforts for ceasefires and peace negotiations continue amid ongoing hostilities. We will keep monitoring developments and report as
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