Houthi Rebels Launch Ballistic Missile Toward Central Israel Amid Regional Tensions
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a ballistic missile targeting central Israel on June 8, 2026, triggering air raid sirens across Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The Israel Defense Forces successfully intercepted the projectile, while a second missile reportedly landed near the Yemeni-Saudi border. The Houthi leadership claimed the attack was in solidarity with Iran and Hezbollah. Despite the interception, the event forced millions of residents into bomb shelters and led to a temporary suspension of all educational activities nationwide.
Casualties reported: 1