The Israeli military reported intercepting a missile on Sunday. This projectile was launched from Yemen, according to their statement. Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for this specific launch. Their stated target was an air base located in southern Israel.

A military statement from Israel confirmed the interception. They specified that this occurred before the missile entered Israeli territory. In contrast, the Houthi militants in Yemen offered a different account. They claimed to have launched a "hypersonic missile". The alleged target was the Nevatim air base in Israel's Negev desert.

The Houthis identify as part of Iran's "axis of resistance". This group opposes both Israel and the United States. They present their actions as a defense of Palestinians. This stance is taken amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. Their actions include regular missile and drone launches. These are directed at Israel and Red Sea vessels.

These Houthi attacks have triggered responses from Israel and the US. Both nations have conducted strikes on Houthi targets. Since US President Donald Trump's return in January, these counter-attacks have intensified. Reports from Israel's army radio indicate over twenty Houthi missiles fired since mid-March. This resumption followed a two-month ceasefire during Israel's Gaza offensive.

Source: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2598610/middle-east