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Houthi Ballistic Missile Strikes Tel Aviv Playground on December 21, 2024, Injuring 14

Dec 21, 2024, 02:37 AM

On December 21, 2024, a ballistic missile launched by Yemen's Houthi forces struck Tel Aviv, Israel, causing damage and injuries. The missile impacted a playground located between several high-rise apartment buildings in the central area of the city. Israel's defense systems, including the Iron Dome, failed to intercept the missile, which had been launched from Yemen. Reports indicate that 14 people sustained minor injuries, primarily due to glass shards from shattered windows. The Israeli military confirmed the incident and stated that sirens had sounded across central Israel prior to the missile's impact. The Houthi forces claimed responsibility for the attack, asserting that it targeted military objectives in Tel Aviv. This incident marks a notable escalation in hostilities between the two regions, with the potential for further military responses.