Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hinted at a military retaliation, warning the Houthis should expect a 'heavy price' to pay.
A missile launched by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels struck an open area in central Israel on Sunday, igniting air raid sirens at Ben-Gurion International Airport.Though no injuries or major damage were reported, the missile's impact marks a significant escalation in the conflict.Footage aired by Israeli media captured civilians rushing to shelters at the airport, which resumed normal operations shortly after.
The Houthis have ramped up attacks since the war in Gaza began, with numerous strikes on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, asserting solidarity with the Palestinians.Houthi Claims of Striking Down U.S. DroneOn Monday, the rebels also claimed they shot down an American-made MQ-9 Reaper drone over Dhamar province.In the past, the Houthis have exaggerated similar claims, especially as part of their ongoing attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea since the Israel-Palestinian conflict began.
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