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Time of India

Iran-backed Houthis strike Israel with ballistic missile as Tehran mourns slain military commanders

Tensions in the Middle East reignite as Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for a ballistic missile strike targeting Israel's southern city of Beersheba. The missile, fired on June 28, was reportedly intercepted by Israeli defence systems. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Sarea confirmed the attack, stating it was carried out in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. Meanwhile, Tehran held a massive state funeral for over 60 Iranians-including military commanders and nuclear scientists, killed during the recent 12-day war with Israel. Show more Show less