Hey fam, big news from the Middle East: Israel's defense minister, Israel Katz, just dropped a dramatic promise on X (formerly Twitter). He says the country will unleash the "biblical 10 plagues of Egypt" on Yemen's Houthi rebels, after they fired missiles at Israel again. 😲
According to Katz, those plagues—think darkness, pestilence, hail, and even the firstborn—are coming in full force. He wrote, "A plague of darkness, a plague of the firstborn — we will complete all 10 plagues." Talk about high stakes! 🌩️
This escalation comes after the Israeli army reported a missile strike from Yemen that landed just outside its territory. It follows two previous Houthi missiles intercepted by Israel’s defense forces. The Houthis have vowed to step up their attacks ever since 11 senior rebel officials, including their prime minister, were killed in Israeli air strikes last week.
Since the Gaza conflict began in October 2023, the Houthis—who say they’re supporting Palestinians—have repeatedly launched drones and missiles at Israel. In response, Israel carried out a series of strikes on Houthi ports and the rebel-held capital, Sanaa. 📍
While the "10 plagues" reference might sound like something out of a blockbuster movie, it signals a potential new chapter in this tense showdown. For South and Southeast Asian audiences following global security, it’s a reminder of how quickly regional conflicts can escalate—and why staying informed matters. 🌐
We’ll keep an eye on updates. Stay tuned for more on how this develops, from missile interceptions to diplomatic moves. Until then, drop your thoughts below and let us know what you think about this dramatic turn of events! 👇
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Israeli defense minister vows retaliation against Yemen's Houthis
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