Israeli Military Intercepts Drone Launched From Yemen Toward Eilat

Israeli military forces intercepted an unmanned aerial vehicle launched from Yemen that was heading toward Eilat and surrounding settlements in the south. Air defense systems detected and shot down the drone before it reached Israeli airspace. Sirens sounded in Eilat and several southern communities, prompting residents to seek shelter. The military said the air defense operation was completed successfully. Yemen-based Houthi forces have carried out similar drone and ballistic missile attacks targeting the Red Sea and Israel in recent months. Security measures around Eilat Port and surrounding areas were increased following the incident. Authorities launched an investigation, and Israeli officials said air defense systems remain at full alert for possible new attacks.