Yemen's Houthi group has claimed responsibility for a missile fired into Israel, which was successfully intercepted before entering Israeli airspace. The group's military spokesperson stated that the ballistic missile was aimed at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv. Sirens sounded in several areas of Israel, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) said, but no injuries have been reported.
In Gaza, Israeli airstrikes early Thursday killed at least 10 people, according to the Hamas-run civil defense agency. The strikes, part of Israel’s expanded ground offensive, follow two days of intense bombardment, which the Hamas-controlled health ministry claims have resulted in more than 430 deaths. Among the targets were six homes east of Khan Younis, where dozens of people were also injured.
The Israeli military confirmed that its air force intercepted the missile launched from Yemen, preventing it from reaching Israeli territory. The Houthis, an Iran-backed rebel group that controls northwestern Yemen, have vowed to retaliate against Israel in response to recent U.S. airstrikes on their positions. They claim their attacks are in support of the Palestinians amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran of severe consequences if the Houthis continue targeting international shipping routes. The Pentagon reported that it has conducted strikes on 30 targets in Yemen since Saturday, marking the most extensive U.S. military operation in the Middle East since Trump returned to office.
The Houthis previously attempted to attack the USS Harry S Truman in the Red Sea on Sunday, following U.S. airstrikes on their positions.
In Gaza, Israeli forces have advanced as far as the Netzarim Corridor, a strategic area dividing the northern and southern parts of the enclave. This renewed offensive signals the collapse of a fragile ceasefire that had been in place since January.
Additionally, the United Nations confirmed that an explosion at its compound in Deir al-Balah resulted in two deaths, including a UN staff member.
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