Israel Intercepts Missile Amid Iranian Confirmation of Launch from Yemen
Israeli military announced the interception of a missile early Monday, initially believed to have been launched from Iran.
However, Iranian state media later confirmed that the missile had in fact been fired from Yemeni territory, adding a new layer of complexity to the ongoing regional conflict.
The missile was intercepted before breaching Israeli airspace, triggering air raid sirens across central Israel and prompting temporary lockdowns in several cities.
IDF stated that the projectile was neutralized by its multi-layered air defense system, without causing any casualties or damage.
Iran's confirmation that the missile originated from Yemen aligns with previous threats issued by Houthi forces, who have vowed to expand their attacks in response to Israeli military actions in Gaza.
Houthis claimed responsibility for multiple missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and U.S. naval assets in the Red Sea since late 2023.
This latest incident comes amid a broader escalation following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure, prompting fears of a wider regional war.
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