Israel launched a significant operation against the Houthis in Yemen, targeting critical hubs and their Iranian supply route. The strikes aimed to sever the smuggling route and disrupt the Houthis' missile and drone capabilities. Israel's strategy includes enforcing a naval and aerial blockade on Yemen. The operation serves as a live demonstration of the Israeli Air Force's potential in long-distance missions and is closely monitored by Iran. Israeli officials are determined to hunt down all Houthi leaders. However, locating and eliminating skilled terrorist leaders in a distant and chaotic country presents operational challenges.