Shafaq News/ An Israeli source stated on Friday that there are significantdifferences between the mindset of the Iranian regime and that of the Houthimovement in Yemen. The source, speaking to “Sky News”, emphasized that theIranian regime operates like a state with logical thinking and something tolose, whereas the Houthis do not share this mindset. "In Iran, we haveintelligence, a target bank, and we have proven our capabilities," thesource added.
The Israeli official argued that international cooperation is crucialregarding Iran, noting that the Iranian axis is weaker than ever in terms ofcapabilities and regional reputation. The source also pointed to the impact ofthe absence of Qassem Soleimani on the Iranian axis, stressing that "theIranian ring of fire around Israel has been significantly weakened."
Regarding Israel's confrontation with the Houthis, the source indicated thatthis is not just an Israeli issue but a global one, urging all parties tocontribute to solving it. The Israeli official stressed that "there mustbe an American role, and we are counting on President Trump'sinvolvement," warning that the conflict with the Houthis could turn into aprolonged crisis.
While the source believed that reaching an agreement in Gaza could halt thecurrent confrontation with the Houthis, he insisted that this would not resolvethe underlying issue, as the Houthi cause poses a long-term strategic threatthat should not be neglected.
In recent weeks, exchanges of strikes between the Houthi group and Israelhave escalated, with ballistic missiles launched from Yemen targeting Tel Aviv,while Israel increased its airstrikes on vital facilities in Sana'a andHudaydah.
The Houthis remain firm in their position, declaring they will not ceasetargeting Israel’s depth until Israel halts its war on the Gaza Strip.
The Israeli source also noted that Hezbollah had suffered a significantblow, "which it is still trying to understand in terms of the damage toits weapon systems and the absence of key leaders." Israel estimates thatHezbollah has pulled back from its previous plans to confront Israel.
On the recent developments in Syria, the source believes Iran will continueits attempts to influence the situation there, predicting that "whattranspired will have repercussions for the region, and the rule of Islamistgroups could pose challenges for many countries."
Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime on December 8, Israel hasintensified its strikes on Syrian military facilities, as well as madeincursions into parts of Syrian territory near the occupied Golan Heights.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on his forces to prepareto stay in Syrian regions throughout 2025.
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