Houthi movement launches first missile from Yemen toward Israel

On March 28, 2026, the Israeli military reported the launch of a missile from Yemen targeting Israeli territory. This incident marks the first direct attack by the Houthi movement on Israel during the current conflict in the Middle East. Air defense systems were activated to intercept the threat, and sirens were heard near Beersheba and the area surrounding Israel’s primary nuclear research facility. Residents were ordered into shelters until the military declared it safe approximately 15 minutes later. Prior to the attack, Houthi leader Abdel-Malek al-Houthi had warned of potential involvement in the conflict to demonstrate solidarity with Tehran. Analysts suggest this development raises concerns about a new front in the Red Sea, which could threaten international shipping and global oil supply chains.