Israel strikes Houthi targets in Yemen a day after missile attack near airport

A spokesman for the Houthi-run health ministry said at least 21 people were injured in the attack.

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The IDF said it attacked sites that it claimed served as a "central supply source for the Houthis" in the Hudaydah Port, as well as the Bajil cement factory east of the city of Hudaydah.

Following Sunday's airport strike, the Houthis said they would impose "a comprehensive aerial blockade" on Israel by targeting airports in response to Israel's plans to expand operations in Gaza.

The Iran-backed group said 21 people were injured in Monday's attack, and described it as a joint raid of "US-Israeli aggression". The US denied involvement.

The IDF said its Monday strikes were "conducted precisely, with measures taken to mitigate harm to vessels docked at the port".