Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthis join Iran in strike on Israel

Yemen's Houthi rebels announced they joined Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon in coordinated attacks against Israel on Monday, launching cruise missiles and drones targeting vital and military sites. The Houthis stated their involvement, which began in March, is in support of Iran and as a show of solidarity with Palestinians amidst the Israeli war on Gaza. Simultaneously, Israeli officials reported recovering bodies from a prior Iranian strike in Haifa. Israel continues to target Hezbollah in Lebanon, including strikes in Beirut and the south, claiming to target terror infrastructure and financial resources. Deadly strikes were also reported in southern Lebanon, resulting in casualties.

In April 2026, amidst ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Israel struck an Iranian petrochemical plant located in a massive gas field. This attack occurred as mediators were reportedly proposing a ceasefire. The conflict has involved missile strikes from both sides, with Iranian missiles causing damage in Israeli cities like Tel Aviv and Haifa. Israel has also conducted airstrikes in Iran, including one targeting a technology building at Tehran’s Sharif University. Associated Press reporters gained access to Iran to document the situation, revealing damage in various locations. The broader conflict has jolted the world economy.

Israeli media, citing military briefings, reports that Iran possesses over 1,000 missiles capable of reaching Israel, while Hezbollah in Lebanon holds an estimated 8,000 to 10,000 shorter-range rockets. An Israeli air force officer revealed the missile estimate, indicating a potentially prolonged conflict despite claims of achieving core objectives. Before the current conflict, Iran was believed to have around 2,000 intermediate-range missiles, with over 500 launched or destroyed since. At least 19 people have died in Israel during the conflict, including two in Haifa after a recent missile strike. The ongoing conflict raises concerns about continued attacks, as neither Iran nor Hezbollah show signs of de-escalation.