Former Israeli officials are calling for Israel to direct military resources to target the leadership of Yemen's Houthi rebels, following recent strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas leaders. The Houthis, led by Abdul Malik Badruddin Al-Houthi, have been designated as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist by the US State Department. Israeli experts have noted that targeted killings would require accurate intelligence, as the logistical challenges of operating in Yemen are different from those faced in Lebanon and Gaza. Israel has already conducted strikes in Yemen in response to Houthi attacks on Israeli targets.