09.05.2025 19:50
It was reported that Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen launched a ballistic missile at Israel. The Israel Defense Forces announced that the missile was intercepted, while sirens sounded in Tel Aviv, the capital of Israel.
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The Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen launched a ballistic missile attack on Israel, while sirens sounded in central areas of the capital, Tel Aviv.
The Iran-backed Houthis carried out a ballistic missile attack on Israel. The Israel Defense Forces reported that the missile was intercepted by the Arrow long-range air defense system. The IDF stated, "No damage or injuries have been reported."
SIRENS SOUNDED IN TEL AVIV
An Israeli official, who wished to remain anonymous, stated that the American THAAD Anti-Ballistic Missile System deployed in Israel missed the missile. Sirens sounded in central areas of the capital, Tel Aviv, due to the missile attack.
HOUSIS RELEASED A STATEMENT
In a statement made by the Houthis, it was mentioned that the ballistic missile targeted Ben Gurion Airport, while a drone was launched at a target in the Tel Aviv area.
The statement said, "The prohibition of air flights to the occupied Palestinian airports, the prohibition of Israeli ships passing through the Red and Arab Seas, and in addition to this, supportive operations will continue until the attacks on Gaza cease and the blockades are lifted."
"WE WILL RESPOND STRONGLY"
Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated that they would respond to the Houthi attack, saying, "The Houthis continue to launch Iranian missiles at Israel. As we promised, we will respond strongly in Yemen and wherever necessary."
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