Israel urges evacuation of Yemen ports after strikes target Houthi strongholds Israel's military on Sunday called on civilians to evacuate three Houthi-controlled ports in Yemen – Ras Issa, Hodeida, and Salif – following recent airstrikes in response to missile attacks, including one that hit Israel’s main airport. The warning comes amid escalating tensions with the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, who have vowed to continue targeting Israel.