Israeli airstrike hits Sana'a airport during Houthi leader's speech

Sources confirmed to the Jerusalem Post that the strike was carried out by the IDF with the knowledge of the United States.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF DECEMBER 26, 2024 15:53 Updated: DECEMBER 26, 2024 16:14

Smoke billows from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted a power station in Sana'a, Yemen December 19, 2024 (photo credit: MOHAMMED HUWAIS/AFP via Getty Images)

In the middle of a speech by Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, an Israeli airstrike hit Sana'a International Airport on Thursday.

The strikes targeted the main airport runway, control tower, and aircraft in Sana'a.

Some reports suggest that strikes also hit the Hodeidah and Haziz power plants.

Sources confirmed to the Jerusalem Post that the IDF carried out the strike with the United States' knowledge.

A Houthi follower wears a vest portraying the Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi during a parade held as part of a 'popular army' mobilization campaign by the movement, in Sanaa, Yemen February 7, 2024. (credit: REUTERS/KHALED ABDULLAH)

These strikes come after persistent missile attacks on Tel Aviv, during which one missile impacted, causing damage and injuries.

This is a developing story.