Missile Fired from Yemen Triggers Sirens, Intercepted over Southern Israel

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that sirens sounded in southern Israel following the detection of a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, which was likely intercepted by Israeli air defenses without causing reported injuries. This missile launch marks a potential escalation from the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen, which had ceased attacks following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in January 2025 but resumed hostilities after an Israeli strike targeting a Houthi military chief in June. The incident coincides with a sensitive period as Iran held a state funeral for nearly 60 individuals, including top military commanders and nuclear scientists killed in recent conflicts with Israel. The IDF communicated the threat warnings through multiple channels, including X and Telegram, and confirmed ongoing interception efforts. An explosion was reported in the Arad area east of Beersheba shortly after the sirens, indicating the missile threat reached southern Israel. These developments highlight the widening regional tensions involving Yemen, Iran, and Israel despite recent ceasefire agreements.