Yemen’s Huthis will reap benefits from Israel’s strike

Significance In response, Israel launched retaliatory strikes on port and oil storage facilities in Huthi-controlled Hodeida on July 20. The failure of Israel's multilayered air defence systems to detect and shoot down the drone shocked the region. The successful attack resulted in an almost immediate recalibration by Saudi Arabia, supporting a “de-escalation” agreement between the rival Yemeni parties. Impacts The Huthis regional stature will grow as public opinion lauds its successful attacks on major Israeli cities. The Huthis will count on ongoing Iranian support to boost drone and missile capabilities. The Huthis could increasingly target vessels through the Mediterranean Sea.