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Yemen’s Houthi group has claimed responsibility for a drone strike in Tel Aviv, Israel, that killed one person and injured eight. This is the first time the group has struck Tel Aviv, although they have targeted Israel before. The drone strike, using a Samad-3 craft modified for longer range, hit an apartment building and was claimed to be a new type of drone named “Jaffa” capable of evading air defense systems.

Despite being near Gaza, Tel Aviv has been largely unaffected by the conflict there. The Houthi’s use of drones has increased, with this strike showing their growing reach. Experts believe this indicates a new level of Houthi aggression.

While the strike may not immediately escalate tensions, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has threatened revenge, hinting at potential retaliation. Analysts speculate on the possibility of Israel targeting Houthi commanders in Yemen in response. The question of whether the Houthis are truly acting as Iranian proxies remains unclear, although it is confirmed that Iran supports the group with weapons and components.

The strike highlights the ongoing conflict in the region and the potential for further escalation. It remains to be seen how Israel, Iran, and their allies will respond to this attack, but the situation remains volatile.

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