IDF says Houthi missile intercepted by air defenses outside country

A ballistic missile launched at Israel by the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen was successfully intercepted by air defenses, the military says.

The IDF says the missile was shot down before crossing the country’s borders. Footage appears to show shrapnel falling following the interception.

There are no immediate reports of injuries or damage in the attack.

Sirens had sounded across central Israel and in several communities near Jerusalem.

It marks the sixth Houthi attack on Israel in the past week.

A ballistic missile launched at Israel by the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen was successfully intercepted by air defenses, the military says.

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