The Israeli Air Force is ready to repel attacks by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen and is carrying out retaliatory airstrikes in the Gaza Strip “at a rate that has not been seen for decades,” IDF spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari said Friday.
On Thursday, a US Navy ship intercepted a number of missiles and drones launched from Yemen, apparently toward Israel.
Hagari said that the Israeli military is prepared to protect against potential attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis.
“This shows the defense capabilities of the US, and their ability to build a picture of the region,” Hagari said, noting the close relationship the IDF has with the US Central Command.
“Israel has some of the world’s best air defenses, and is prepared for threats like these,” he added. READ MORE
