Houthi Rebels Target Israel and Red Sea in Missile Strikes
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Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for firing a cruise missile that landed in an open area of Israel, marking the first time a projectile launched by the Iran-backed group struck the Jewish nation. The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed the missile strike and stated that no damage or injuries were reported. The IDF is now investigating the attack. Additionally, the Houthi rebels also targeted a fuel tanker in the Red Sea with naval missiles, but both attacks missed the intended target, causing no damage or injuries.
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- Houthis Not Only Iran-Backed Group With Cruise Missiles That Can Reach Israel Forbes
- Israel admits Yemen's Houthis penetrated Eilat missile defenses in first The Jerusalem Post
- Houthis say fuel tanker in the Red Sea targeted with missiles Reuters
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