Almasirah:Admissions of Israeli-American Failure to Deter Yemen's Support for Gaza

Admissions of Israeli-American Failure to Deter Yemen's Support for Gaza

Middle East: The Israeli-American front continues to admit its struggles and the deadlock it faces in confronting Yemen's support for Gaza.

Recent acknowledgments highlight that targeting civilian and service facilities in Yemen is merely a shaky display of frustration, concealing the growing despair within the enemy's institutions, settlers, and allies.

Yemeni retaliatory strikes amplify these fears, proving an ongoing escalation with daunting possibilities for the adversary.

Advanced Yemeni Capabilities

The Washington Post quoted an unnamed Israeli official stating that the Houthis are "more technologically advanced than many assume," cautioning against underestimating their capabilities. The official acknowledged that Yemeni missiles compel millions in Israel to seek shelter almost nightly, reflecting the deepening crisis for Israel's security apparatus.

Military analysts noted Yemen's ability to bypass Israel's once-vaunted air defense systems, reshaping the battlefield dynamics inside and beyond the occupied territories.

Evolving Military Technologies

Reports from the Hebrew newspaper Calcalist discussed Yemen's advanced weaponry, particularly the "Palestine 2" missile. Its solid-fuel propulsion and low-altitude trajectory delay detection, making interception challenging. The missile's warhead, equipped with its own propulsion system, can adjust its path mid-flight for precision, further complicating Israeli defenses.

Efforts to deter Yemen through airstrikes and military alliances have proven ineffective, as highlighted by The Wall Street Journal. Analysts described the Houthis as a formidable challenge for Israel, particularly given their geographic distance and Israel's intelligence shortcomings regarding Yemen.

Economic and Strategic Challenges

Yemeni attacks have also posed economic strains on Israel. According to the Washington Post, the cost disparity between Yemen’s low-budget missiles and Israel’s expensive interception systems underscores a significant imbalance.

Each Yemeni missile costs only a few thousand dollars, while intercepting them costs Israel tens of thousands, sometimes millions, per missile.

Experts argue that Yemen is executing a war of attrition, demonstrating resilience and persistence in its operations.

Political and Intelligence Deadlocks

The political front has also faced setbacks. The Israeli government has failed to rally a U.S.-led coalition to launch a large-scale offensive against Yemen, relying instead on reactive measures.

Meanwhile, intelligence gaps hinder Israel’s ability to identify critical Yemeni targets, rendering airstrikes costly and ineffective.

Broader Implications

These compounding issues illustrate the depth of Israel's predicament in addressing Yemen’s support for Gaza. Each attempt to resolve military, economic, or political challenges leads to new complications, further entrenching Israel in a cycle of frustration and ineffectiveness.

In summary, the Yemeni support front for Gaza has exposed significant vulnerabilities in Israel's military and strategic frameworks, reshaping regional power dynamics and highlighting the effectiveness of Yemen's evolving resistance capabilities.

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