A drone fired from Yemen struck Eilat Wednesday, wounding at least 22 people, local medics reported.
The Israeli military confirmed air defences failed to intercept the drone before it hit the Red Sea city.
Magen David Adom said two victims suffered serious injuries, while others received minor wounds.
Authorities Secure Area and Warn Public
Police deployed bomb disposal teams to investigate the drone and its debris.
Officials urged residents to avoid the crash site and not touch any remnants containing explosives.
The IDF instructed the public to follow Home Front Command safety guidelines shared on Telegram.
Regional Tensions Intensify
Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched drones and missiles at Israel, citing solidarity with Palestinians.
The Houthis have targeted Red Sea shipping lanes since November 2023, forcing companies to reroute vessels around South Africa.
Israel and the United States retaliated with airstrikes in Yemen, killing senior Houthi leaders and striking infrastructure.
The Houthis vowed revenge for the deaths of Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi and nearly half his cabinet.
