Houthis
Iraq has gradually moved into the Islamic Republic’s orbit as pro-Iranian forces gain influence in the country.
Founder of Israel Missile Defense Organization expresses skepticism over Houthi claims of a “hypersonic” missile attack
Netanyahu spoke in response to aerial attacks from Yemen and Lebanon.
Five people were lightly hurt running to shelters • The missile fragments were apparently intercepted by the Arrow and Iron Dome systems • An interceptor fragment hit a train station in Modi’in.
Rear Adm. Marc Miguez: “It’ll be up to our National Command Authority to probably be more aggressive with our strike groups and all of our assets, not just Navy.”
Washington is “gravely concerned,” the U.S. State Department said.
According to “The Wall Street Journal,” Iran’s terror proxies are advocating a more aggressive approach, causing concern in Tehran.
“Those who seek to finance these groups’ destabilizing activities will be held to account,” said Bradley Smith, acting under secretary of the treasury for terrorism and financial intelligence.
There was no immediate information on casualties or damages.
“In the face of the enemy’s attempt to sow fear, we must continue with routine life,” Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said.
“These weapons presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region,” according to CENTCOM.
Tehran and its terror proxies could begin firing at Israel any day now, with the barrage expected to be bigger than the one in April.
