Missile Tensions: Yemen's Houthis Target Israel Amidst Ongoing Ceasefire Talks

On Friday, Israel's military announced it had intercepted a missile originating from Yemen, marking an escalation in regional tensions. The attack was claimed by Yemen's Houthi forces.

This incident follows reports of a mediated ceasefire deal between the U.S. and the Houthis, although the agreement did not incorporate U.S. ally, Israel. The missile, reportedly aimed at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, underscores ongoing hostilities.

Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, vowed a strong military response to the attack, linking the Houthis' actions to Iran. Despite President Trump's announcement to halt U.S. bombing in Yemen upon the Houthis' agreement to stop targeting U.S. ships, the Houthi group persists in its campaign against Israel, disrupting trade in the Red Sea and showing support for Palestinians amidst the ongoing Gaza conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)