Israel Foils Houthi Aerial Attacks, Deepening Iran's Involvement in Israel-Hamas Conflict

The Israeli military claims to have thwarted an aerial attack by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, as tensions rise in the region amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. The Houthis launched ballistic missiles and drones towards Israel, with plans for more strikes until the "Israeli aggression" stops. Israel successfully intercepted a surface-to-surface missile using its Arrow defense system, indicating the use of a more advanced, long-range missile by the Houthis. The attempted strikes mark an escalation by the Houthis, with regional rivalries intensifying despite US efforts to contain the situation. Iranian Foreign Minister warns of an expansion of conflicts in the region and states the need to use political opportunities to stop the war.