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Drone From Yemen Strikes Ramon Airport Arrivals Hall Prompting Flight Suspension

The strike underscores the Houthis’ long-range campaign targeting Israel and Red Sea shipping since the Gaza war.

Overview

  • Israel’s Airports Authority said the drone hit the passenger arrivals hall at Ramon Airport near Eilat.
  • Takeoffs and landings were halted as officials worked to restore normal operations and inspected the runway and terminal.
  • The IDF said the incident is under review and reported that no warning sirens were activated before the strike.
  • Earlier the same day, the IDF said it intercepted three Houthi-launched drones, with sirens sounding in Negev border communities.
  • Local reports said two people were injured and an Israir flight bound for Eilat diverted to Ben-Gurion Airport.