Israel has issued a stern evacuation warning for Hodeidah, Yemen, declaring it will launch an attack on the vital port city within the next few hours.

The warning signals a significant escalation in regional tensions, as Hodeidah is not only Yemen’s main gateway for essential imports but also a lifeline for humanitarian aid reaching millions of civilians already suffering from years of war.

According to reports, Israeli military officials have accused Houthi forces of using Hodeidah as a base for launching drone and missile operations against Israeli and allied interests in the Red Sea region. The port has long been a strategic hub, and its potential targeting raises the stakes of the ongoing conflict.

International aid groups have expressed deep concern, warning that an Israeli strike on Hodeidah could cripple the already fragile humanitarian supply chain. The United Nations has repeatedly urged restraint, emphasizing that any attack on the port would have catastrophic consequences for Yemen’s civilian population, where millions are dependent on aid for survival.

Regional analysts suggest that this move may be part of Israel’s broader strategy to counter Houthi attacks on shipping lanes in the Red Sea, which have disrupted global trade in recent months. However, striking Hodeidah risks drawing international criticism and further inflaming instability in the Middle East.

As the deadline for evacuation looms, uncertainty and fear grip the residents of Hodeidah. The coming hours will determine whether Israel follows through with its threat and how the global community responds to yet another dangerous escalation in an already volatile

region.