Houthi Rebels Enter Regional Conflict with First Ballistic Missile Attack on Israel
Yemen's Houthi rebels officially entered the ongoing regional conflict on March 28, 2026, by launching ballistic missiles toward sensitive military sites in southern Israel. Air raid sirens were triggered in Beersheba as the Israeli military intercepted at least one projectile. The group later launched a second salvo involving cruise missiles and drones targeting Eilat. Houthi spokesmen stated the operations would continue until military actions against Iran and its regional allies in Lebanon and Gaza cease.
Date: March 28, 2026
Location: Southern District, Israel
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: missile
Severity: CRITICAL
Source: CGTN