Yemen’s Capabilities: Alarming the Enemy and Strengthening the Resistance Axis

Amid the Al-Aqsa Flood operation and the support for Gaza, Yemen has emerged as an unexpected force, surpassing all expectations—both from allies and adversaries. Many presumed Yemen’s role would remain confined to popular expressions of solidarity with the Palestinian right to self-defense and its firm official stance on this pivotal cause. Yet, Yemen’s actions have exceeded these expectations, earning admiration from Palestinian factions.

This appreciation contrasts sharply with the inaction of numerous Arab regimes that have normalized ties with Israel. These governments, indifferent to the genocide and starvation in Gaza, have failed even to lodge symbolic measures like expelling Israeli ambassadors or cutting ties with the occupying regime.

Yemen: an Unexpected Military Power

Defying assumptions, Yemen has proven to be a pivotal and transformative force in the Axis of al-Quds, Jihad, and Resistance. It has distinguished itself through its extensive public mobilization and impactful military operations that have redefined the battlefield and altered regional dynamics.

Yemeni forces have demonstrated their loyalty and mastery of asymmetric warfare by reshaping the balance of power on land and sea. They have enforced a maritime blockade on occupied Palestinian ports, significantly increasing the economic strain on the Zionist regime and its Western backers. These actions underscore Yemen’s commitment to resistance and its ability to achieve tangible results against its adversaries.

An Enemy Stripped of Security: The Drone Dilemma

Israel’s miscalculation of Yemen as a threat has left it vulnerable. Brigadier General Shahar Shochat, head of the entity’s air defense, admitted in an interview with the Zionist newspaper “Maariv” that Yemen’s capabilities have surprised them. He highlighted Yemen’s deliberate targeting of vital infrastructure, including ports in Ashdod, Haifa, and Umm-al Rashrash, as well as gas platforms. Yemen’s strikes have effectively disrupted the Isreali enemy’s maritime trade, compounding its economic woes.

Drones have become a defining feature of Yemen’s military strategy, creating a pervasive sense of fear and insecurity within the occupation. Shochat revealed that Israel has endured more than 300 attacks from Yemen and Iraq since the confrontation began, with settlements experiencing between five and eight strikes in the last four months alone. He acknowledged that Zionist’s air defenses lack the ability to fully detect or counter these drones, leaving settlers feeling increasingly unprotected.

Yemen’s Naval Operations Anger the U.S.

Yemen’s actions have resonated beyond the Isreali entity, drawing the ire of American military officials. U.S. Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro expressed frustration over the repeated strikes on U.S. and allied naval vessels. He described Yemen’s resistance as an unprecedented challenge to American dominance, likening it to a scale of defiance not seen since World War II.

This inability to secure maritime trade routes essential for the Zionist enemy has only deepened its economic crisis. Global shipping companies tied to the Iseali occupation now question the reliability of U.S. naval protection, while the reliance on alternative, costly routes like the Cape of Good Hope instead of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait has added further financial burdens.

Economic Repercussions for the Enemy

The economic toll of Yemen’s actions on the Isreali enity continues to mount. The Zionist business newspaper “Calcalist” reported that food company “Strauss” has announced price increases of up to 18% on coffee and chocolate products starting in January. This follows price hikes of 4.5% last May and 25% last January. Electricity rates are expected to rise by 4%, with the value-added tax climbing to 18%. These financial pressures are direct consequences of the ongoing conflict.

Yemen’s unexpected role in the confrontation has showcased its growing strategic importance within the resistance axis. By imposing severe economic and security costs on the Zionist regime and its allies, Yemen has proven itself to be a formidable and disruptive force in the ongoing struggle for justice in Palestine and Gaza.