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Houthi Missile Attack on Israel Sparks International Flight Delays

7/20/2025

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On July 18, 2025, Yemen's Houthi group fired a hypersonic missile at Israel, asserting their support for Palestinians in Gaza. Israel's defense systems successfully intercepted the missile, marking a troubling seventh attack this month. These escalating strikes have rattled Israeli airspace, causing significant international flight delays, though thankfully, no casualties were reported.

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On July 18, 2025, Yemen's Houthi group fired a hypersonic missile at Israel, asserting their support for Palestinians in Gaza. Israel's defense systems successfully intercepted the missile, marking a troubling seventh attack this month. These escalating strikes have rattled Israeli airspace, causing significant international flight delays, though thankfully, no casualties were reported.