๐ฅHouthi Hypersonic Hits Israel: Ben Gurion Airport Struck! ๐จโ๏ธ๐ฅ
๐ฅ๐ฅYemen's Houthi rebels have just unleashed a significant escalation in the ongoing Gaza conflict, claiming a direct hit by their "Palestine-2" hypersonic ballistic missile on Ben Gurion Airport in Israel! This unprecedented attack reportedly halted airport operations and sent civilians scrambling to shelters. ๐ฑ
A Coordinated Barrage and a Bold Claim ๐ฏ
Houthi spokesman Brigadier General Yahya Saree confirmed the audacious strike, asserting the "Palestine-2" (a missile reportedly capable of Mach 16 speeds and a 2,000 km range) "successfully achieved its goal." Simultaneously, Houthi drones targeted other critical sites in Yafa, Askalan (Ashkelon), and Umm al-Rashrash (Eilat), indicating a coordinated, multi-front assault. ๐ฐ๏ธ
Saree declared these attacks were a direct retaliation for Israeli actions in Gaza and a powerful show of solidarity with Palestinians. ๐ต๐ธ He vowed that strikes will continue until the Gaza war ends and its blockade is lifted.
Escalation and Regional Fallout ๐ฅ
This latest salvo adds to over 50 missiles already launched by Yemen since the Gaza conflict reignited. While many have been intercepted, a direct hit on Israel's main international airport marks a dangerous new phase. The use of a hypersonic missile poses a severe challenge to existing air defense systems, highlighting the Houthis' evolving capabilities, likely with external support. ๐
The attack on Ben Gurion Airport not only disrupts civilian life and air travel but also significantly raises regional tensions. Israel is expected to respond forcefully, further deepening the interconnected conflicts in the Middle East. The world watches closely as this volatile situation unfolds. ๐