Israel hits Yemen's Houthis after reports group used cluster bomb

Israel conducted airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen following reports that the Houthi rebel group used cluster munitions in a missile fired towards Israel. The strikes were carried out in response to the Houthi's alleged use of the controversial cluster bombs, which are banned by many countries due to their indiscriminate nature and the risk they pose to civilians. While the Houthis have not confirmed the use of cluster munitions, Israel claimed that the missile fired at its territory was a "dramatic escalation" in the group's tactics. The airstrikes targeted Houthi positions in Yemen, though details on the specific targets and the extent of the damage are limited. The conflict between Israel and the Houthis, who are backed by Iran, has been ongoing, with both sides accusing the other of escalating the situation through the use of advanced weapons. The latest developments underscore the volatile nature of the regional tensions and the potential for further escalation.