Overview

• Israeli forces intercepted two missiles launched from Yemen on Friday afternoon, following the interception of another missile earlier that morning.
• No casualties were reported from Friday’s incidents, though one man was bruised en route to a shelter and debris struck a kindergarten in northern Israel without causing injuries.
• The Houthi movement has launched at least 11 missiles toward Israel since early April, escalating its campaign during the ongoing Gaza conflict.
• The Houthis claimed responsibility for targeting Nevatim Air Base with a hypersonic missile in late April, asserting solidarity with Palestinians and vowing continued strikes.
• Israel has deployed advanced defense systems, including Iron Dome and Arrow, to counter these threats, as concerns grow over the regional implications of the conflict.