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Yemen’s Resistance Report

  • The report details the recent military actions from Yemen, highlighting the resilience and operational capabilities of the Yemeni forces.
  • It specifically mentions the use of Palestine 2 ballistic missiles, which have been launched at Israel over the past week, demonstrating the ongoing conflict dynamics.
  • These missiles have a range of 2200 kilometers and have caused significant alarm in Israel, leading to millions of citizens seeking shelter nightly.
  • The report indicates that the missiles successfully penetrated Israeli airspace, targeting key locations such as Ben Gurion Airport and military bases in southern Israel.
  • The flight time for these missiles from Yemen to Israel is approximately 11 minutes, covering a distance of 250 kilometers.
  • As a result of these missile strikes, Ben Gurion Airport has effectively shut down, halting all foreign flights due to security concerns.

Impact on Israeli Civilian Life

  • The report illustrates the psychological and logistical impact of the missile strikes on Israeli civilians, with numerous sirens indicating incoming threats.
  • Footage from civilian sources captures the chaos and urgency as people rush to shelters during missile alerts.
  • The effectiveness of Israel’s air defense systems, particularly the Arrow 2 and Arrow 3 systems, is scrutinized, highlighting instances where these systems failed to intercept incoming missiles.
  • Despite the substantial investment in these defense systems, the report notes that several missiles successfully reached their targets.

Israeli Defense Response

  • Israel’s military response includes the deployment of the THAAD system, which has been tasked with intercepting incoming missile threats.
  • The report mentions that Israel successfully intercepted its first Yemeni missile using this system, indicating a partial success in their defense strategy.
  • However, the overall effectiveness of the air defense systems remains under scrutiny, as the airport and other critical infrastructure continue to face threats.

Statements from Yemeni Forces

  • Abu Abeda, a representative of the Yemeni forces, commended the missile strikes against Israel, framing them as a significant show of support for Gaza.
  • He urged for an escalation of attacks against Israeli targets, emphasizing the need to confront what he described as genocidal actions by Israel.
  • The statement also condemned Israeli actions and highlighted the broader conflict involving the US, which is reportedly conducting airstrikes in Yemen.
  • This underscores a narrative of unified resistance against perceived aggressors in the region, with a call for solidarity among various factions.

Military Developments in Yemen

  • The report mentions the downing of a 13th MQ-9 Reaper drone by Yemeni armed forces, showcasing their capabilities against advanced military technology.
  • While no footage is currently available, there is anticipation for potential military media releases that would document this achievement.
  • This development highlights the ongoing military operations in Yemen and their implications for regional security dynamics.

Contributing editor Jon Elmer covers the latest resistance news from Yemen.

This is a segment from The Electronic Intifada’s day 451 livestream. Ali Abunimah, Nora Barrows-Friedman, Jon Elmer and Asa Winstanley were joined by UK-based writer and activist Tony Greenstein, EI contributor Abubaker Abed live from Gaza and emergency physician Mimi Syed who is working in Gaza.

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