Israeli Army Intercepts Missile from Yemen
The Israeli army reported on Thursday evening that it successfully intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, targeting the Gush Etzion and Dead Sea regions. Utilizing an advanced air defense system, the missile was intercepted before it could enter Israeli airspace. Sirens were activated in the affected areas to alert residents, but fortunately, there were no reported damages or injuries. The specific target of the missile remains unconfirmed.
Houthi Group's Continued Attacks on Israeli Interests
While no group has officially claimed responsibility for the missile launch, attention has shifted towards the Yemeni Houthi movement, which has escalated its attacks on Israeli targets in recent months, particularly in solidarity with the Gaza Strip. Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi reaffirmed the group's commitment to targeting Israeli interests in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, stating that their operations aim to disrupt Israeli navigation and support the Palestinian cause. The Houthi group has been actively targeting Israeli cargo ships and has expanded its operations to include missile strikes on sites within Israel. This surge in hostilities has drawn condemnation from the UN Security Council, which emphasized the need for international cooperation to prevent further escalation that could threaten regional and global security.
