The ongoing conflict between Israel and the Houthis escalated dramatically when the Yemeni group launched a ballistic missile aimed at Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport. This attack came as retaliation after Israel carried out extensive airstrikes on Yemen.

Although Israeli air defenses successfully intercepted the missile before it could enter Israeli airspace, the Houthis claimed they had hit their target. They also stated that the strike caused casualties and forced the airport to cease operations temporarily.

This missile attack heightened the sense of fear in central Israel, where sirens blared for the fifth time in just eight days. Many residents rushed to bomb shelters, and around 20 people were reported injured, mainly due to panic and anxiety.

The Houthis have made it clear that they will continue their strikes against Israel until what they call “the aggression on Gaza stops and the siege is lifted.” Israel’s military responded by intensifying its efforts to target Houthi leadership, with Defense Minister Israel Katz stressing that the group’s leaders would become primary targets.

Despite these threats, the Houthis remain undeterred, continuing to escalate their attacks on Israel. In the past week alone, they launched several missile strikes, including one using a hypersonic missile that hit Tel Aviv, injuring 16 people. Israel has stepped up its air defense systems to counter these attacks, but tensions show no sign of easing.

Israel has also pointed the finger at Iran, accusing the country of supporting the Houthis with advanced missile and drone technology. This support has significantly increased the threat posed by the group, and Israeli officials have warned that any nation backing the Houthis will pay a heavy price.

The conflict between Israel and the Houthis appears to be far from over, with both sides gearing up for further confrontations unless there is a dramatic change in the region’s political landscape.