Houthi Missile Attack Shuts Down Ben Gurion Airport

Houthi Missile Strike Shuts Down Ben Gurion Airport: Tel Aviv on High Alert Tel Aviv, Israel – In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip, a missile strike on Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv forced the airport's temporary closure on June 3, 2025. The attack, claimed by the Houthi movement in Yemen, sent shockwaves through the region and highlighted the volatile security situation. Footage circulating on social media shows scenes of chaos as passengers and airport staff evacuated the terminal. One eyewitness, a passenger waiting for a flight, described the scene: "It was terrifying. We heard a loud boom, then everyone started running. There was panic everywhere." The Houthi military spokesperson, in a televised address, confirmed responsibility for the attack, stating that the missile used was a Zulfiqar, and that the strike was in retaliation for Israeli actions in Gaza. The spokesperson added that the Houthis have the capability to accurately target Israeli infrastructure. The airport remained closed for several hours, causing significant disruption to air travel. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and are working to restore normal operations. The attack underscores the ongoing tensions in the region and the potential for further escalation.