On May 4, 2025, a ballistic missile launched by Iran-backed Houthis hit near Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport, disrupting flights and transport services for nearly an hour. This marks a critical lapse in Israel's missile defense capabilities, as it's the first reported failure since the recent ceasefire collapse in Gaza. The impact caused damage to airport infrastructure, and Israeli security forces were involved in clearing debris. Multiple airlines canceled flights, highlighting the escalating tensions in the region and the growing frequency of attacks from the Houthis on Israel.
Following the sirens that sounded in a number of areas in Israel, several attempts were made to intercept the missile launched from Yemen... A fall was identified in the area of Ben Gurion Airport. The incident is under review.
This incident marks the first time the Israeli Army has claimed it failed to intercept an incoming ballistic missile since the collapse of the ceasefire in Gaza... The Houthis have fired over two dozen missiles and drones on Israel recently according to the IDF.
Flights were grounded for nearly an hour after the Houthi missile struck a grassy area near the main highway leading into the airport... Several airlines have cancelled their flights to Israel today, including Lufthansa and British Airways.
Magen David Adom, Israel's emergency services, said in a statement that eight people were treated for injuries... Officers and emergency workers are still clearing the closed highway.
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