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 sponsored the BuildHer CityHack 2025 Hackathon, a two-day event spearheaded by the College of Engineering and Technology at the Royal University for Women (RUW).
Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
More than 100 high school students from across the Kingdom of Bahrain took part in the hackathon, which featured an intensive programme of training workshops and hands-on sessions. These activities were tailored to enhance participants’ critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and team-building capabilities, while also encouraging the development of practical and sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges using modern technological tools.
BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager, PR & Communication at BENEFIT, said: “We are honoured to collaborate with RUW in supporting this remarkable technology-focused event. It highlights our commitment to social responsibility, and our ongoing efforts to enhance the digital and innovation capabilities of young Bahraini women and foster their ability to harness technological tools in the service of a smarter, more sustainable future.”
For his part, Dr. Humam ElAgha, Acting Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University, said: “BuildHer CityHack 2025 embodies our hands-on approach to education. By tackling real-world problems through creative thinking and sustainable solutions, we're preparing women to thrive in the knowledge economy – a cornerstone of the University's vision.”