On Sunday, the Israeli military reported that it successfully intercepted a missile fired from Yemen, which the Houthi rebels claimed was aimed at an air base in southern Israel. The missile was destroyed before it could enter Israeli airspace, preventing any potential damage or casualties.

The missile launch was claimed by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, who are part of the broader axis of resistance against Israel and the United States. According to a statement from the Israeli military, the missile was intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory. The Houthis, who have positioned themselves as defenders of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, stated that their target was the Negev's Nevatim air base, a vital Israeli military installation located in the southern desert.

This missile attack is not an isolated incident. Since Israel resumed its military operations in Gaza on March 18 following a two-month ceasefire, the Houthis have intensified their missile and drone strikes against Israeli targets. Israeli military radio has reported that more than 20 missiles have been launched by the Houthis at Israel since the renewal of the Gaza offensive.

The growing involvement of the Houthis in the conflict highlights the deepening regional tensions and their alignment with Iran, further complicating the already volatile situation between Israel and its adversaries. The Houthis’ support for the Palestinian cause has led them to directly target Israeli military assets, including air bases and vessels in the Red Sea.

The attacks also come amid increased military action by the United States, which has targeted Houthi military assets in response to their growing presence in the region. This uptick in U.S. strikes coincides with the return of President Donald Trump to the White House in January, which is believed to have intensified efforts to counter Iranian-backed forces in the region.

While the latest missile strike did not result in any casualties or significant damage, the situation remains fraught with tension, as both Israel and the Houthis continue to exchange military actions. The conflict underscores the complex and ever-expanding web of regional rivalries, where new players like the Houthis are increasingly influencing the trajectory of the Israel-Hamas war.