Yemen&rsquo;s Houthi group launched hypersonic ballistic missiles and drones at key Israeli targets early Monday, just hours after Israeli airstrikes hit three Red Sea ports and a power station in Houthi-controlled territory.
According to Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea, eleven projectiles targeted Ben Gurion Airport, Ashdod Port, a power station in Ashkelon, and Eilat Port. Sarea claimed that Israel's missile defense systems failed to intercept the attacks, and warned of a prolonged confrontation unless the war on Gaza ends and the blockade is lifted.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that two missiles were launched toward Israel, triggering sirens across Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, and settlements in the West Bank. No injuries were reported, and the results of the attempted interceptions are under review.
The missile strike came in response to Israeli strikes on Hodeidah, Ras Isa, and As Salif ports, as well as the Ras Qantib power station. The Israeli military claimed the Houthis used these sites to smuggle Iranian-made weapons, including missiles and drones.
A targeted vessel, the Galaxy Leader, seized by the Houthis in November 2023, was also hit. The IDF accused the group of installing radar systems on the ship to monitor Red Sea activity.
Iran rejected the Israeli accusations, while Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei condemned the strikes on Yemen, calling them &ldquo;flagrant crimes&rdquo; against the Yemeni people and infrastructure.
Since November 2023, the Houthis have stepped up attacks on Israeli interests, declaring solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza amid Israel&rsquo;s ongoing offensive.
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Houthis Fire Missiles, Drones at Israel After Port Strikes

Yemen's Houthis target Israeli sites in retaliation for Red Sea port strikes amid ongoing Gaza conflict.

Houthis Fire Missiles, Drones at Israel After Port Strikes

Yemen's Houthis target Israeli sites in retaliation for Red Sea port strikes amid ongoing Gaza conflict.

July 8, 2025 | 24:56 IST