Israel Intercepts Ballistic Missile Fired by Houthis

The Iran-backed Houthi group in Yemen launched a ballistic missile at Israel early Tuesday, triggering air raid sirens across central Israel and Jerusalem, but Israeli air defenses intercepted the missile with no injuries or damage. This incident marks the 68th missile and at least 18 drones launched by the Houthis at Israel since March 18, as part of a campaign they say supports Palestinians in Gaza. Most Houthi projectiles have been intercepted or failed to reach Israel, and Israel has responded with strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. The Houthis resumed their attacks after the collapse of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, following a brief pause during the truce. In a separate development, US lawyers are seeking alternative ways to serve Palestinian American businessman Bashar Masri, accused of aiding Hamas, after failing to locate him. Masri’s office denies the accusations and affirms his opposition to violence.