Houthis Launch Ballistic Missile at Israel — First Attack Since Gaza Ceasefire Began

Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen launched a ballistic missile targeting Israel on March 30, 2026, marking the first Houthi attack on Israel since the Gaza ceasefire was announced in October 2025. The missile was intercepted by Israeli air defenses. The attack represented a significant escalation signal from the Iran-aligned bloc, which has publicly stated it holds fire only when Gaza hostilities pause. The resumption of Houthi fire coincides with an intensified US-Israel military campaign against Iran, and with stalled ceasefire Phase 2 negotiations. Israeli officials said air defenses performed as expected. The Houthi attack was described by analysts as a symbolic reminder of the 'Axis of Resistance' solidarity with Hamas, timed to coincide with deteriorating diplomatic progress on Gaza disarmament talks.