Israel's Military Successfully Intercepts Missile from Yemen
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Synopsis
On March 23, Israel announced its military intercepted a missile launched from Yemen before it entered Israeli territory, triggering sirens across several regions and prompting millions to seek shelter. No injuries were reported, and operations at Ben Gurion Airport were temporarily halted.
Key Takeaways
- Israel intercepted a missile from Yemen.
- Sirens activated in multiple regions, leading to mass sheltering.
- No injuries were reported by emergency services.
- Houthi forces resumed attacks following a ceasefire in Gaza.
- Increased military tensions in the region.
Jerusalem, March 23 (NationPress) On Sunday, Israel's armed forces announced that they successfully intercepted a missile launched from Yemen before it could breach Israeli borders.
The missile caused air raid sirens to activate in the Tel Aviv vicinity, the coastal region south of Tel Aviv, the Sharon area in central Israel, and various settlements in the occupied West Bank, forcing millions to seek refuge in shelters during the busy morning commute.
In an official statement, the Israeli military confirmed, "After the sirens were triggered in multiple locations across Israel, the Air Force intercepted a missile fired from Yemen before it could cross into our territory."
According to Ynet news, operations at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv were temporarily suspended.
Israel's emergency service, Magen David Adom, reported that there were no injuries, as confirmed by the Xinhua news agency.
The Houthi forces in Yemen resumed their offensive against Israel following the end of a two-month ceasefire in Gaza, which was marked by lethal airstrikes.
Just prior to this incident, the IDF indicated that they had intercepted another missile from Yemen.
Magen David Adom (MDA) stated that there were no injuries or property damage.
The missile launch prompted air defense sirens across central Israel, encompassing Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, leading millions to take cover.
Since the onset of Israel's conflict with Hamas in late 2023, the Houthis have conducted over 100 attacks on maritime vessels, claiming these actions are in solidarity with the Palestinians of Gaza.
The recent Houthi attacks were part of a commitment to broaden their target range in Israel as a form of retaliation for renewed Israeli airstrikes in Gaza which had resulted in numerous fatalities after a period of relative tranquility.
The Houthis are aligned with what is referred to as the "Axis of Resistance"—an anti-Israel and anti-Western coalition comprising regional militias, including Hamas, Hezbollah from Lebanon, and various armed factions in Iraq, all receiving support from Iran.
