Sana’a — Yemen’s Houthi Rebels has officially confirmed the death of its military Chief of Staff, Major General Muhammad Abdul Karim al-Ghamari, following a series of Israeli airstrikes targeting senior leadership figures in the capital Sana’a.

The announcement, made Thursday via Houthi-controlled media outlets, did not specify the exact timing or circumstances of al-Ghamari’s death. However, it follows reports of repeated Israeli strikes on locations believed to host high-level Houthi meetings. Israeli sources have claimed responsibility for the operation, describing it as part of a broader campaign to neutralize regional threats.

Al-Ghamari had previously survived an earlier Israeli strike that wounded him during an attack on a site in Sana’a. According to reports, the fatal strike targeted a government-linked meeting location where he was believed to be present.

The loss of al-Ghamari marks a significant blow to the Houthi military command structure. He was considered one of the group’s most senior and experienced military figures, having overseen strategic operations across multiple fronts in Yemen’s long-running conflict.

While the Houthis stopped short of directly blaming Israel in their statement, the timing and context of the announcement strongly suggest a connection to the recent escalation in Israeli military activity in the region. The strikes come amid heightened tensions following Houthi threats and missile launches toward Israeli targets in solidarity with Palestinian factions.

Israeli officials have not commented publicly on the specific targeting of al-Ghamari, but recent statements have emphasized their intent to dismantle hostile command networks across the Middle East.

The Houthi leadership has vowed to respond to the killing, calling it “a martyrdom that will not go unanswered.” Analysts warn that the incident could trigger further escalation, both within Yemen and across the region.