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title: "Israel says missile launched from Yemen was intercepted"
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# Israel says missile launched from Yemen was intercepted

> The Israeli military said on Thursday that a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted after air raid sirens sounded in several areas across the country.

By Reuters · Published 10 July 2025, 06:49 SAST · Updated 10 July 2025, 06:49 SAST

## Key points
- In a dramatic display of missile diplomacy, Yemen's Houthis are channeling their inner Robin Hood by firing at Israel in a bid to show solidarity with Gaza, though so far their aim seems more akin to a blindfolded archer at a wedding.
- Iran-aligned Houthis escalate tensions by targeting Israel and disrupting shipping lanes in the Red Sea.
- Attacks are framed as solidarity with Palestinians amid ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza, which have reportedly claimed over 57,000 lives.
- Most Houthi missiles and drones have been intercepted or failed to reach their targets.
- Israel responds with retaliatory strikes, intensifying the conflict in the region.

## Content

The Iran-aligned Houthis, who control the most populous parts of Yemen, have been firing at Israel and attacking shipping lanes.

Houthis have repeatedly said that their attacks are an act of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, where Israel's military assault since late 2023 has killed more than 57,000 people, Gaza authorities say.

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.

(Reporting by Enas Alashray; Editing by Kim Coghill)