Yemen's Houthi forces announced a significant military escalation on Saturday, claiming to have deployed a new hypersonic ballistic missile against targets in Israel. Military spokesperson Yahya Sarea stated the operation targeted "sensitive sites" in the Jaffa area using the domestically developed "Palestine 2" missile system.
The reported strike marks the first operational use of a fission multi-warhead hypersonic weapon in the region. Analysts suggest this technological leap could reshape regional security dynamics, though independent verification remains pending.
"This operation confirms our capability to develop advanced deterrent weapons," Sarea said in a televised statement, emphasizing the group's alignment with what it describes as "resistance movements" across West Asia.
The development comes amid heightened tensions in Middle Eastern security affairs, with observers noting potential implications for maritime trade routes and energy markets. Business leaders are monitoring potential impacts on shipping insurance rates and regional supply chains.
