Missile Strike Near Ben Gurion Airport
Reports emerged on Sunday morning that a missile fired from Yemen had landed near the main terminal of Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, causing panic and chaos in the area. The incident has once again highlighted the ongoing tensions in the region.
By Nathan Morley
Footage circulating online showed the moment the missile struck, with onlookers scrambling for cover as black smoke billowed into the sky near the airport located just outside Tel Aviv. The authenticity of the video has not been independently verified.
Israeli media outlets stated that four individuals sustained injuries from the blast, while two others were hurt while attempting to find shelter. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a strong warning, stating, “Anyone who hits us, we will hit them seven times stronger.”
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to convene with ministers and defense officials to deliberate on a potential response to the attack, as tensions in the region continue to escalate.
The missile strike is believed to be linked to the Houthis, an Iran-backed rebel group in Yemen, who have been firing missiles at Israel in solidarity with Hamas in Gaza. The incident highlights the vulnerability of Israel’s advanced air defense systems.
Amidst the conflict, the humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to worsen. Israel’s recent closure of crossings into the enclave has halted the flow of essential goods, exacerbating the already dire circumstances. The United Nations agencies have reported depleting food supplies, raising concerns about a looming humanitarian crisis.
International pressure is mounting on Israel to lift its blockade, with warnings of potential war crimes for deliberately depriving civilians of food. The situation remains volatile, with hopes for peace diminishing as military operations resume.
