JERUSALEM, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Israel said Tuesday it has intercepted a drone launched by Houthi forces in Yemen toward its Red Sea city of Eilat.
"The IAF (Israel Air Force) intercepted a UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) that was launched from Yemen," said the Israeli military in a statement.
There were no reports of injuries or damage, and the Houthis did not immediately comment.
Houthi forces have fired dozens of missiles and drones toward Israel since the start of the war in Gaza in October 2023, citing solidarity with the Palestinians. Most of the projectiles have been intercepted or have missed their targets. In response, Israel has carried out a series of strikes on ports and other infrastructure in Yemen. ■
