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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Houthi Missile Sparks Chaos At Israeli Stadium But Concert Goes On; IDF Faces Fire For Huge Lapse
/ May 30, 2025, 09:47AM IST Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed responsibility for launching a hypersonic ballistic missile at Israel, specifically targeting Ben Gurion International Airport. The attack caused disruptions across central Israel — including a 10-minute pause during the Israeli Soccer Cup finals at Bloomfield Stadium. At the same time, a concert by singer Aviv Geffen in Tel Aviv's Yarkon Park continued uninterrupted, with many in the audience saying they couldn't hear the sirens and had no idea they were under threat.#houthis #yemen #israel #idf #sanaa #missileattack #middleeastconflict #ansarallah #ballisticmissile #israeldefenseforces #revengeattack #geopolitics #militarystrike #BreakingNews
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First Post
4 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
Yemen hits Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport, ‘vital Israeli target' with ballistic missiles
Brigadier General Yahya Saree, spokesperson for Yemen's military, stated that Yemeni forces deployed a domestically-produced Palestine-2 hypersonic ballistic missile in a retaliatory strike on Ben Gurion International Airport, located on the outskirts north of Lod read more Members of Israeli security services fill up a crater near a road outside Israel's Ben Gurion airport after a missile launched from Yemen struck the area. AFP The Yemeni Armed Forces have launched two separate operations in response to ongoing Israeli actions against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip, as well as alleged acts of sacrilege at the al-Aqsa Mosque site in occupied East al-Quds. Brigadier General Yahya Saree, spokesperson for Yemen's military, stated on Tuesday afternoon that Yemeni forces deployed a domestically-produced Palestine-2 hypersonic ballistic missile in a retaliatory strike on Ben Gurion International Airport, located on the outskirts north of Lod. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD They also launched a locally-manufactured Zulfiqar ballistic missile at a strategic target east of Tel Aviv. The Zulfiqar is reportedly a highly manoeuvrable, radar-evading, surface-to-surface missile with a range of approximately 2,000 kilometres (1,242 miles). Saree emphasised that the military operations were effective in achieving their objectives, including forcing millions of illegal settlers into shelters and halting aviation activity at Ben Gurion Airport. The senior Yemeni military officer condemned Israel's relentless deadly onslaught in Gaza, the devastating siege on the local population, and the ongoing policy of famine as unparalleled atrocities in human history. 'This requires that all freedom-loving people of the Yemeni nation as well as peoples of the world take action to uphold justice, defend humanity, and fulfill their duties toward the oppressed Palestinian people,' Saree added. He stated that the Yemeni Armed Forces would escalate their retaliatory operations against the Zionist entity deep into the occupied Palestinian territories. Saree emphasised that Yemeni troops would not cease their retaliatory actions in solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza Strip until the ongoing assault ends and the tight blockade is completely lifted. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As the conflict in Gaza continues, the Yemenis have imposed a strategic blockade on vital maritime routes, blocking the transfer of military supplies to Israel and urging the international community to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The Yemeni Armed Forces have declared that they will not halt their attacks until Israel ends its land and air offensives in Gaza.
Al-Ahram Weekly
5 days ago
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Israel military says intercepted two projectiles fired from Yemen - Region
The Israeli military said Tuesday it intercepted a missile and another projectile fired from Yemen, where Huthi rebels have regularly launched attacks they say are in response to Israel's offensive in Gaza. "Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli military wrote on Telegram. It said in a separate statement that a projectile was intercepted by the air force, without sirens being activated. The Huthis have repeatedly fired missiles and drones at Israel since the Israeli war on Gaza broke out in October 2023. The Huthis, who say they are acting in solidarity with Palestinians, paused their attacks during a two-month Gaza ceasefire that ended in March, but resumed them after Israel restarted its campaign in the territory. While most of the projectiles have been intercepted, a missile fired by the group in early May hit the perimeter of Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv for the first time. Israel has carried out several strikes in Yemen in recent months in retaliation for the attacks, including on ports and the airport in Sanaa. Israel said it downed a missile fired from Yemen on Sunday and two others on Thursday. The Huthis claimed attacks on both days targeting Ben Gurion airport. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Middle East Eye
6 days ago
- Politics
- Middle East Eye
Hamas hails Houthi strike on Israel, urges global action on Gaza
Hamas has praised Yemen's Houthi movement for its latest missile strike targeting Tel Aviv, calling it a sign of 'ongoing support and solidarity' with Palestinians under Israeli assault. In a statement posted on Telegram, the Palestinian group said it 'highly values and commends' the Houthis' launch aimed at Ben Gurion International Airport, describing the action as further proof of 'the noble stance of the brotherly Yemeni people' amid Gaza's suffering. The Israeli army confirmed it had intercepted the missile, which was fired from Yemen. While no injuries or damage were reported, air raid sirens rang out across parts of Israel. Hamas used the moment to urge the wider Muslim world and the international community to ramp up pressure on Israel to halt what it called a 'war of extermination in Gaza,' where tens of thousands have been killed and wounded since Israel launched its latest offensive.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'I Settled It Trough Trade': Donald Trump Once Again Claims Credit for India Pakistan Ceasefire Deal
Houthis Target Ben Gurion Airport With Ballistic Missile, Sparks Panic In Tel Aviv; IDF Says… Yemen's Houthi rebels launched another ballistic missile targeting Israel, triggering widespread panic across Tel Aviv and central Israel. Air raid sirens blared as thousands rushed into shelters while Israel's air defense systems scrambled to intercept the incoming threat. Ben Gurion International Airport suspended all landings and departures as a precaution, with flights grounded amid escalating tensions. The IDF confirmed the missile was intercepted mid-air and said the alerts were activated according to protocol. The strike follows a Houthi announcement of a naval blockade on Haifa and warnings to international airlines to avoid Israeli airspace. The rebels, backed by Iran, have vowed continued escalation in support of Gaza and declared they will not relent until Israel ends its military campaign.#houthis #yemen #idf #israel #bengurionairport #netanyahu 736 views | 1 hour ago
