Air raid sirens sounded in central Israel on Sunday as a missile fired from Yemen landed in an open area, confirmed by the Israeli military. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported, but the incident raised concerns amid ongoing regional tensions. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that interceptors were deployed to address the missile threat, and investigations are ongoing regarding the interceptions.
The missile incident comes at a time when the pro-Iranian Houthi rebels have increasingly targeted Israeli territory, alongside similar actions by the Lebanese group Hezbollah. The recent escalation is attributed to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, which has resulted in significant casualties. In response to the missile threat, Israel's emergency services evacuated several individuals from local hospitals after they heard air raid sirens.
In a separate incident, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of three Palestinians, further intensifying the conflict. Concurrently, protests against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government erupted in Tel Aviv, leading to the arrest of 15 demonstrators. The protests reflect widespread public discontent regarding the government's handling of the hostage situation in Gaza.
