IDF Statement: A missile launched from Yemeni territory was intercepted before it crossed into Israeli airspace. Sirens were activated due to concerns about debris from the intercepted missile.
Channel 12 reports that fragments fell in the Ramat Gan area. According to initial reports, there are no injuries.
In the aftermath of the devastating missile strike on a school building in Ramat Gan:
IDF Statement: A ballistic missile warhead struck the school.
Carmel Shama-Hacohen, Mayor of Ramat Gan:
“The military is still investigating what happened here—what went wrong with the defense systems and what exactly hit us. Given the extent of the damage, we have no choice but to demolish the
entire school and build a new one.”
“The IDF carried out precise strikes on several Houthi military targets in Yemen, including ports and energy infrastructure in Sana’a that were being used for military purposes. Israel will not hesitate to take action to protect itself and its citizens from Houthi attacks.
As we have demonstrated in confrontations with other adversaries on different fronts, we will continue to act against anyone who threatens the State of Israel in the Middle East. Our commitment to defending the citizens of Israel remains unwavering.”