Netanyahu Threatens Houthis with Fate Similar to Iran's Other Allies
Escalating Houthi Threats Against US Interests Reflect Tehran's Strategy of Using Proxies to Destabilize Region
December 25, 2024, 9:32 pm

Netanyahu Threatens Houthis with Fate Similar to Iran's Other Allies

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Israel escalated rhetoric against Iran-backed Houthi militias, with PM Netanyahu vowing Wednesday to deliver a harsh blow to the Yemeni group, promising them treatment similar to Hamas, Hezbollah, and the former Assad regime.

Israeli Air Force Commander Tomer Bar revealed preparations for intensified attacks against Houthis in response to Tel Aviv targeting. At Hatzerim Air Base, Bar confirmed three successful strikes, stating plans to increase attack frequency and intensity.

An Israeli Broadcasting Authority source reported military considerations of large-scale operations in Yemen, with preparations for a fourth attack underway. The source indicated expanded target lists and more effective strategies being developed.

Mohammed Ali al-Houthi warned Washington via X platform against targeting Yemen, threatening unrestricted strikes on US Middle East interests.

Houthi militias raised hospital readiness levels and continued targeting Israel and Red Sea vessels since October 7, citing Gaza support.

Analysts say Israel, after weakening Hezbollah and Hamas, appears more determined to confront Houthi threats. Israel claims neutralization of most Iranian regional proxies, considering Houthis their last remaining arm.

The Israeli UN mission announced a Security Council session for December 30 to discuss Houthi attacks on Israeli territory.

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BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has announced its sponsorship of the “Innovation and Sustainable Technology Solutions Competition (GU - IST Solutions), hosted by Gulf University at its main campus.
This strategic sponsorship reflects BENEFIT’s active role in advancing technological innovation and fostering sustainable solutions to future challenges. It also seeks to empower Bahraini youth by enhancing their skills, capabilities, and competitiveness in innovation and solution development—contributing meaningfully to the broader goals of sustainable development across all sectors.
As part of BENEFIT’s active involvement in the competition, the company has announced that Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager of Public Relations and Communication, will serve on the competition’s supervisory committee. Her upcoming participation reflects BENEFIT’s forward-looking commitment to championing academic and professional excellence.
Commenting on the occasion, Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager of Public Relations and Communication at BENEFIT, said, “We are privileged to support this pioneering initiative, which aligns seamlessly with BENEFIT’s enduring commitment to fostering innovation and nurturing the potential of Bahrain’s youth. Our participation is rooted in a deep sense of social responsibility and a firm belief in the pivotal role of innovation in shaping a sustainable future. Through such platforms, we seek to empower the next generation with the knowledge, skills, and foresight required to develop impactful solutions that address future challenges, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030.”
Dr. Aseel Al Ayash Dean of the College of Engineering in Gulf University commented, “We extend our sincere gratitude to BENEFIT for their generous sponsorship and support of the Innovation and Sustainable Technology Solutions Competition. This contribution plays an instrumental role in helping us achieve the strategic goals of this initiative, namely, cultivating a culture of innovation and sustainability, encouraging efforts that address the imperatives of sustainable development, and enhancing the practical and professional capabilities of our students and participants.”
The event will bring together a diverse spectrum of participants, including secondary school students, university undergraduates, engineers, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, academic researchers, and subject matter experts representing a wide range of disciplines.
The competition seeks to inspire participants to develop and present innovative, sustainable technologies aimed at addressing pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It encourages the formulation of business models that integrate advanced technological solutions with core principles of sustainability. Moreover, it serves as a platform for emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to contribute to the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals, promote the ethos of responsible technology, and demonstrate its transformative potential across various sectors.
Attendees will have the opportunity to view a series of project presentations submitted by participants, covering diverse areas such as eco-friendly product design, smart and sustainable innovations, renewable energy technologies, water conservation and management, waste minimisation and recycling, green architectural solutions, and sustainable transportation systems. Outstanding projects will be formally recognised and awarded at the conclusion of the event.