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Times of Oman
an hour ago
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Missile launched by Houthis at Israel 'apparently successfully' intercepted, says IDF; no injuries reported
Tel Aviv: A ballistic missile launched at Israel by the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen was likely intercepted by air defenses on Saturday morning, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said, according to The Times of Israel. The IDF noted that attempts were made to shoot down the missile and they were "apparently successful," with no reports of injuries or impacts. Sirens were sounded in Beersheba, Dimona, Arad, and surrounding areas in southern Israel. Residents received an early warning alert via push notification on their phones four minutes before the sirens began, warning of a long-range missile attack. The Houthis later claimed responsibility for the launch, stating they had targeted a "sensitive Israeli enemy target" in Beersheba. "The operation successfully achieved its goal, thanks be to Allah," the group said in a statement. The Times of Israel reported that the Houthis have continued attacks against Israel and maritime targets since November 2023, following the October 7 Hamas-led massacre. The Houthis had paused their fire after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in January 2025. By that point, over 40 ballistic missiles, as well as numerous attack drones and cruise missiles, had been launched by the group at Israel. One of those missiles killed a civilian and wounded several in Tel Aviv in July, prompting Israel's first strike in Yemen, The Times of Israel reported. According to the outlet, since March 18, when the IDF resumed its offensive against Hamas in Gaza, the Houthis have fired 52 ballistic missiles and at least 13 drones at Israel. While some missiles have fallen short, the Houthis remain the primary actor still regularly attacking Israel. Iran conducted a 12-day missile campaign earlier this month, and Hezbollah's rocket fire from Lebanon had ceased following a November ceasefire. In parallel with these ongoing regional threats, the IDF issued tonight an evacuation warning to civilians in the central Gaza Strip. IDF Arabic spokesman Avichai Adraee's warning reads as follows: "To all Gaza Strip residents in Nuseirat, Al-Zahraa and Al-Mughraqa in the northern coast neighborhoods, Al-Nuzha, Al-Badi, Al-Busma, Al-Zahraa, Al-Bustaneim, Badr, Abu Huraira, Al-Ruda and Al-Safa: The IDF is operating with tremendous force to destroy the capabilities of terrorist organizations in these areas and will attack any area used to launch rockets." The IDF statement urged the civilians to leave the area immediately. "For your safety, evacuate immediately southward to the Al-Mawasi area and do not return to dangerous combat zones. The terrorist organizations continue to bring disaster upon you - evacuate immediately," the statement concludes.
Asharq Al-Awsat
an hour ago
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Israel Says Missile Launched by Yemen's Houthis 'Most Likely' Intercepted
The Israeli army said on Saturday that a missile fired from Yemen towards Israeli territory had been "most likely successfully intercepted,' while Yemen's Houthi militias claimed responsibility for the launch. Israel has threatened Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis - which have been attacking Israel in what they say is solidarity with Gaza - with a naval and air blockade if their attacks on Israel persist. The Houthi military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, said the group was responsible for Saturday's attack, adding that it fired a missile towards the southern Israeli city of Beersheba. Since the start of Israel's war in Gaza in October 2023, the Houthis, who control most of Yemen, have been firing at Israel and at shipping in the Red Sea, disrupting global trade. Most of the dozens of missiles and drones they have launched have been intercepted or fallen short. Israel has carried out a series of retaliatory strikes.
The Sun
3 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Israel says missile from Yemen's Houthis 'most likely' intercepted amid rising tensions
THE Israeli army said on Saturday that a missile fired from Yemen towards Israeli territory had been 'most likely successfully intercepted', while Yemen's Houthi forces claimed responsibility for the launch. Israel has threatened Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi movement - which has been attacking Israel in what it says is solidarity with Gaza - with a naval and air blockade if its attacks on Israel persist. The Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree said the group was responsible for Saturday's attack, adding that it fired a missile towards the southern Israeli city of Beersheba. Since the start of Israel's war in Gaza in October 2023, the Houthis, who control most of Yemen, have been firing at Israel and at shipping in the Red Sea, disrupting global trade. Most of the dozens of missiles and drones they have launched have been intercepted or fallen short. Israel has carried out a series of retaliatory strikes.
Khabar Agency
3 hours ago
- Politics
- Khabar Agency
Report: Over 2,700 Cases of Torture, Death in Houthi Prisons Since 2014
The Yemeni National Commission for Prisoners and Detainees has documented more than 2,700 cases of torture and death in Houthi militia prisons since the group's 2014 coup, stating that these violations constitute crimes against humanity under international law. In a statement marking the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, the Commission reported 2,388 documented cases of torture and 324 deaths. Among the victims were 275 women and 67 children, while the fatalities included 12 children and 2 women—highlighting the militia's systematic targeting of vulnerable groups. The Commission disclosed that the Houthi militia runs an extensive network of 778 prisons and detention centers across 17 Yemeni governorates, including official, secret, and private facilities where detainees endure brutal physical and psychological torture. Documented torture methods include severe beatings, burning, electrocution, suspension by limbs, prolonged solitary confinement, denial of medical care, and sexual and verbal abuse—practices that flagrantly violate international humanitarian law and the Rome Statute. Expressing deep concern over escalating abuses, the Commission urged immediate international action, including the formation of an independent investigative committee to hold perpetrators accountable. It demanded the unconditional release of all forcibly disappeared detainees and the closure of secret prisons, while calling for unfettered access for human rights organizations to detention sites. The Commission warned that global inaction not only fails torture victims but also emboldens the Iran-backed Houthi militia to continue its atrocities. It called on the international community to use this occasion to pressure the militia to end its torture practices and deliver justice for victims.
Straits Times
3 hours ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Israel says missile launched by Yemen's Houthis 'most likely' intercepted
Israel says missile launched by Yemen's Houthis 'most likely' intercepted The Israeli army said on Saturday that a missile fired from Yemen towards Israeli territory had been "most likely successfully intercepted", while Yemen's Houthi forces claimed responsibility for the launch. Israel has threatened Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi movement - which has been attacking Israel in what it says is solidarity with Gaza - with a naval and air blockade if its attacks on Israel persist. The Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree said the group was responsible for Saturday's attack, adding that it fired a missile towards the southern Israeli city of Beersheba. Since the start of Israel's war in Gaza in October 2023, the Houthis, who control most of Yemen, have been firing at Israel and at shipping in the Red Sea, disrupting global trade. Most of the dozens of missiles and drones they have launched have been intercepted or fallen short. Israel has carried out a series of retaliatory strikes. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
