Houthi forces enter Iran conflict with missile attacks on Israeli military sites - The Guardian

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March 28, 2026
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Houthi forces launched missile attacks on Israeli military sites, escalating their involvement in the broader conflict with Israel. The Iran-backed militant group has previously conducted attacks on Israel and regional shipping, but this represents a direct strike on military infrastructure. The attacks signal deepening coordination between the Houthis and Iran amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Israel faces threats across multiple fronts as regional proxy forces aligned with Tehran intensify operations. The development underscores the risk of widening conflict involving multiple armed groups and state actors across the region.

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