The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that a missile attack from Yemen to Israel was carried out and that the missile was shot down by defense systems at night. It was also stated that the remains of the missile fell near the city of Modiin.
Israeli media reported that 20 people were slightly injured as they fled to shelters after sirens were sounded across the country.
The attack is expected to be claimed by the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova confirmed that Russia officially recognizes Karabakh as part of Azerbaijan. The statement followed backlash over Russian Vice President Vladimir Medinsky’s remarks referring to the region as “disputed.”
Zakharova clarified that Medinsky was discussing the humanitarian aspect of the conflict and urged against misinterpreting his words. Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry criticized Medinsky’s comments and reminded that Russia’s official stance recognizes Karabakh as Azerbaijani territory.
TR