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The Day · Tuesday 16 December 2025

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Houthis Warn Israel Over Continued Ceasefire Violations in Gaza

The Houthis have issued a warning to Israel concerning ongoing ceasefire violations in Gaza. The statement underscores increasing tensions and signals resistance concerns regarding Israeli actions in the besieged enclave.

GAZA CITY, GAZA – DECEMBER 13: Four Palestinians lost their lives after an Israeli airstrike that targeted a vehicle at Al-Rashid Al-Bahri Street in the western part of Gaza City, Gaza on December 13, 2025. ( Saeed M. M. T. Jaras – Anadolu Agency )

The Houthis have issued a direct warning to Israel over what they described as continued ceasefire violations in Gaza. The statement, brief but pointed, reflects rising frustration and condemnation from the group concerning actions that they believe undermine the cessation of hostilities in the coastal enclave.

In the latest declaration, the Houthis highlighted their concern regarding incidents they say contravene the ceasefire agreement. The group did not elaborate further but emphasized that such actions threaten already tenuous calm in Gaza. The warning comes amid growing regional scrutiny regarding developments in the blockaded territory.

From its side, the resistance movement has consistently voiced solidarity with the people of Gaza and positioned itself against what it regards as aggression and occupation. The latest warning signals a continuation of that stance, reaffirming support for Palestinian struggles and denouncing any violations perceived to jeopardize the current ceasefire.

This is not the first time the Houthis have issued statements pertaining to developments in Gaza. However, the current warning marks an intensification in their rhetoric, suggesting heightened sensitivity to what they view as breaches of ceasefire obligations. Their position remains rooted in a broader discourse of resistance and alignment with Palestinian aspirations for freedom and justice in the face of ongoing hardship.

In addition, the warning underscores persistent grievances over Israeli conduct during ceasefires, a matter that has drawn continuous attention from resistance factions and human rights monitors alike. The Houthis’ message reinforces calls for accountability and for renewed commitment to agreements designed to prevent further escalation.

Meanwhile, voices within resistance media continue to spotlight conditions in Gaza, where civilians remain under pressure and ceasefire violations are reportedly a source of fear and instability. The Houthis’ warning adds to the growing chorus of objections over the situation, reiterating demands for adherence to agreed terms and protection of civilian life.

The statement also serves as a reflection of broader support networks that remain active in resistance circles, stressing interconnected responses across regions when developments in Gaza prompt concern. The Houthis’ response illustrates that continued violations are not viewed in isolation but are met with firm rhetoric from actors aligned with the Palestinian cause.

As the warning circulates, observers are watching for reactions and potential responses that may follow. Whether or not conditions shift on the ground, the Houthis’ latest declaration signals a firm position regarding expectations around the ceasefire and a clear message of resistance to any perceived aggression or violation of terms.

16 Dec, 22:12

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