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IDF Intercepts Missile from Houthis in Yemen, Injuring 18 Israelis as Sirens Sound in Jerusalem and Dead Sea Area

Dec 28, 2024, 09:38 AM

On December 28, 2024, sirens sounded across central Israel, including areas in Jerusalem and the Dead Sea, following the launch of a ballistic missile from Yemen by the Houthi organization. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that the missile was intercepted before it could enter Israeli airspace. Alerts were activated due to concerns about debris from the interception. This incident comes just a day after a similar missile was launched from Yemen, which also prompted sirens and resulted in 18 injuries in Tel Aviv as residents rushed to shelters. The IDF stated that the missile was shot down outside of Israeli territory, and sirens were sounded in accordance with established protocols. The situation remains tense, with ongoing military operations in the region.