Houthi Drone Breach at Israeli Airport Exposes Gaps in Defense Amid Escalating Iranian Proxy War

In a stark reminder of the evolving threats facing America’s closest allies in the Middle East, Yemeni Houthi rebels fired several drones toward Israel on Sunday, breaching one of the most sophisticated air defense systems in the world. One drone crashed into the passenger terminal at Ramon International Airport near Eilat, Israel’s southern gateway to global trade and tourism. This attack is not just an isolated act of aggression; it signals a dangerous escalation by Iranian-backed proxies seeking to undermine regional stability and challenge American influence. Despite multiple interceptions, this rare successful strike exposed vulnerabilities that Washington and Jerusalem cannot...