Yemen says will inflict ‘harshest blow’ if US-backed Israel continues Gaza war

Yemen has warned Israel of a very harsh response if the genocidal war on Gaza continues.

“We are ready to deliver the harshest, most painful and powerful blow to the enemies if they continue to commit crimes against the Palestinian nation, or if they seek to violate and harm Yemen’s security and sovereignty,” Major General Mohammad al-Atifi, Yemeni Defense Minister in the National Salvation Government, said on Wednesday.

“Yemen has many strategic options and will not hesitate to take them if deemed necessary,” Atifi said, addressing a joint meeting of the country’s military and security leaders.

He asserted that all security forces are on high alert to carry out their duty in cooperation and coordination with the armed forces.

Yemeni forces have been staging missile and drone attacks against vessels heading towards Israeli ports in support of Palestinians in war-torn Gaza and against targets across the occupied territories.