TEL AVIV: A missile fired from Yemen struck Tel Aviv’s Jaffa area, Israeli authorities confirmed early Saturday.
Failed interceptions allowed the projectile to land, injuring over a dozen people, with no reported fatalities.
Israeli defense forces said alarms sounded prior to the missile’s impact on the southern section of Tel Aviv.
Houthis Claim Responsibility
The Houthi group stated their hypersonic missile, “Palestine 2,” targeted Israel’s military in Jaffa.
The projectile allegedly bypassed interception systems, striking its intended location with precision, the group claimed.
Residents Impacted by Attack
Sixteen people sustained injuries from shattered glass caused by the missile’s impact near buildings.
Fourteen others were treated for injuries sustained during their rush to safety, emergency services reported.
Residents described the explosion as terrifying, damaging nearby structures and blowing out multiple windows.
Increased Missile Strikes on Israel
Since the Gaza war began in October, missiles have been launched by Hezbollah, Houthis, and Iran-backed factions.
Almost all projectiles have been intercepted, but recent missile strikes caused damage near Tel Aviv.
Houthi attacks extended beyond missiles to drone assaults and targeted vessels in the Red Sea.
Broader Regional Conflict
The Gaza war, triggered by Hamas’s October 7 attack, intensified regional military actions involving Israel and Iran-backed groups.
Militants claim strikes will continue until a Palestinian ceasefire is achieved.
The ongoing conflict caused devastation in Gaza and rising casualties in Lebanon, worsening humanitarian crises.
