Iran Warns of Retaliation as Houthi Attacks Escalate Near Israeli Airport
Iran's Defense Minister warns of targeting US and Israeli interests in response to Houthi missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport.
The war with Hamas in Gaza and then Hezbollah in Lebanon had led a wave of airlines to suspend flights to Israel.
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The attacks by the Houthis, who control swathes of Yemen, underline the regional dimension of the conflict in Gaza.
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Aside from a drone strike that hit Tel Aviv in 2024, Israel’s missile defense systems have intercepted the vast majority of attacks from Yemen.
Yemen’s Houthis Fire Missile Near Israel’s Main Airport
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Israel is considering direct retaliation against the Iranian-backed Houthis and is holding Iran responsible for the attack.
Houthi Missile Strikes Israel's Ben Gurion Airport as Israel Considers Direct Retaliation
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The Houthis, an Iran-backed rebel group based in Yemen, have regularly launched missile attacks at Israel in solidarity with Hamas in Gaza, but it is rare for one to make it through Israel's air defences.
Houthi missile hits near Israel's Ben Gurion airport
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Houthi attacks are continuing despite near daily bombardment of areas across Yemen by the United States military.
Missile launched by Yemen’s Houthis hits Israel’s Ben Gurion airport
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The incident underscores the Houthis’ continued ability to strike distant targets despite a sustained US military campaign and may raise questions about Israel’s capacity to intercept such attacks.
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Summary
On May 4, Iranian-backed Houthi rebels launched a missile that struck near Ben Gurion International Airport, causing injuries and disruption. Following this incident, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed retaliation against Iran, asserting that Houthi attacks originate from Iranian support. In response, Iran’s Defense Minister, Aziz Nasirzadeh, warned that any attacks by the U.S. or Israel would prompt retaliation against their interests. This missile strike marks a concerning escalation, with Israel mobilizing tens of thousands of reservists and preparing to expand military actions in Gaza amid rising tensions and humanitarian crises.
Perspectives
A missile launched by Houthi rebels from Yemen struck near Ben Gurion International Airport, leading to panic among passengers and a temporary halt in air traffic.
Israel's Defense Minister vowed severe retaliation for the attack and the country is poised to escalate military operations in Gaza amidst ongoing tensions.
The incident highlights the Houthis' enhanced capabilities to launch attacks far beyond Yemen, against the backdrop of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to the prolonged conflict.
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