India, Sept. 7 -- A drone launched from Yemen by the Houthi militant group hit an Israeli airport on Sunday, closing the airspace and halting flights, the Israeli military said.

Following the attempt, Israel temporarily suspended flight operations at the Ramon International Airport.

Dramatic visuals shared on X show thick black plumes of smoke rising into the sky near Ramon Airport shortly after the suspected drone strike. After the reported attack, security forces promptly responded, and investigations are underway.

Earlier in the day, the Israeli military had shot down three drones coming from Yemen, raising concerns of a coordinated escalation by the Houthis. However, at least one drone reportedly evaded defence systems.

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