Israel has instructed its diplomatic missions in Europe to try to get the Iran-backed Houthi rebel group in Yemen designated as a terrorist organisation. The Houthis have repeatedly fired drones and missiles towards Israel in what the group describes as acts of solidarity with Palestinians fighting Israeli forces in Gaza.

The Houthis pose a threat not only to Israel but also to the region and the entire world,' Foreign Minister Sa'ar said, calling 'to designate them as a terrorist organization'

Following increase in Houthi attacks on Israel, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar working to advance international recognition of Houthi rebels as a terror organization. 'Houthis continue to disrupt regional stability,