Summary
The Israeli military reported that a drone launched from Yemen hit the arrivals hall at Ramon Airport near Eilat, Israel. Two people were lightly injured in the incident, and the airport's airspace was temporarily closed. The situation is part of ongoing regional tensions involving Israel and the Houthis in Yemen.
Key Facts
- A drone from Yemen struck the arrivals hall at Ramon Airport in Israel.
- The incident occurred near the Red Sea city of Eilat.
- Israeli military closed the airspace above the airport during the incident.
- Two people were lightly injured: one by shrapnel and another who fell.
- The Israeli air force previously intercepted three drones from Yemen; two were stopped before reaching Israel.
- The attack is part of broader tensions between Israel and the Houthis in Yemen.
- Israel has carried out airstrikes in Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen, including Hodeidah port.
- The airport primarily handles domestic flights and is close to Jordan and Egypt.
