Houthis claim responsibility for morning missile attack on south

 

Yemenis chant slogans and hold placards during a mass rally to celebrate what they call "Iran's victory" in the 12 day war with Israel, in the Houthi-held capital Sanaa, June 27, 2025. (Mohammed HUWAIS / AFP)

The Houthis in Yemen take responsibility for this morning’s ballistic missile attack on southern Israel.

In a statement, the Iran-backed group claims to have targeted a “sensitive Israeli enemy target” in Beersheba, where sirens had sounded.

“The operation successfully achieved its goal, thanks be to Allah,” the Houthis say.

The IDF said the missile was “likely” intercepted. There were no reports of impacts.