Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:39am on 15 Sep 2024,Sunday International
A long-range ballistic missile launched from Yemen struck central Israel, igniting a fire and triggering air raid sirens in Tel Aviv and surrounding areas. The missile, reportedly evading Israel’s air defenses, landed in an open area without causing casualties, though nine people suffered minor injuries while seeking shelter. Images revealed missile fragments in Modiin’s train station. The Houthis claimed their new hypersonic missile overcame 20 intercept attempts, targeting an Israeli military position. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed a heavy response, emphasizing the ongoing tension amid the Gaza conflict.
