Archive · 8 Sep 2025
Houthi Drone Strike on Ramon Airport Raises Concerns
A Houthi drone from Yemen hit Ramon Airport in Israel.
The attack caused two injuries and temporarily stopped flights.
The Israeli military detected the drone but did not classify it as hostile, so warning sirens did not go off.
The Houthis claimed responsibility, saying it was in support of Palestinians.
The attack raises concerns about Israel's air defense systems.
This is the second time this year that Houthi militants have disrupted Israeli airport operations.
Israel has pledged a strong military response.
A Houthi drone strike hit Ramon Airport in Israel.
The attack injured two people.
The Israeli military failed to classify the drone as hostile.
The Houthis claimed responsibility, stating support for Palestinians.
Flights were temporarily halted but resumed after the attack.
- Who
- Houthis from Yemen
- What
- Drone strike
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Ramon Airport, Eilat, Israel
- Why
- Solidarity with Palestinians
- Incident
- Drone strike
- Target
- Ramon Airport
- Location
- Eilat, Israel
- Perpetrator
- Houthis, Yemen
- Injuries
- Two people
- Flights Impacted
- Briefly halted
- Reason for Attack
- Solidarity with Palestinians
- Military Response
- Pledged
Sources
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