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Houthi Missile Targets Israel, Escalating Regional Tensions
5/16/2025
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- Yemen's Houthi movement sent shockwaves through the region by launching a hypersonic missile aimed at Israel's Ben Gurion Airport, triggering panic and a brief airport closure. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree cautioned airlines to steer clear of Israeli airspace. In retaliation, Israel issued evacuation alerts for three Yemeni seaports as tensions rise amidst fragile ceasefire negotiations.
