Yemen’s Houthi Attacks on Israel: Implications and Responses
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Israeli forces reported a missile from Yemen hit Ben Gurion airport; the attack was allegedly by Iran-backed Houthis, though unclaimed.
A missile from Yemen struck Tel Aviv airport, injuring four. Israeli sources blamed Houthi rebels.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed they failed to intercept the ballistic missile and attempted multiple interceptions.
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that there will be a proportionate response to the strike: “We will respond appropriately to any harm inflicted upon us.”
#BREAKING: Ballistic missile fired by the Iran-backed Houthis from Yemen a short while ago impacted in the area of Ben Gurion Airport at Tel Aviv, Israel. This could not be intercepted by the Iron Dome. Israel likely planning a strong response. pic.twitter.com/QXQGYE2OAC
Last week, Yemen’s Houthi rebels fired a missile at northern Israel.
Houthi rebels have been launching missiles at Israel since the conflict with Gaza began on 7 October, 2023. Most of the missiles have been intercepted, but some have breached Israel’s missile defence systems, causing damage.
Iran denies supplying arms to the rebels, although weapons manufactured in Tehran have been found both on the battlefield and in sea shipments heading to Yemen for the Houthi rebels despite a United Nations arms embargo.
The US is currently focusing on the Houthis due to the group’s attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, an important global trade route, and on Israel.
