Tel aviv: Israeli media reported on Friday that the Israeli army successfully intercepted a drone after it infiltrated Israeli airspace in the southern region. The drone, which had been launched from Yemen, prompted rapid aerial interception operations in the Gaza Envelope area.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Channel 13 and the Israeli Army Radio confirmed the launch of the drone from Yemen. The Israeli Home Front Command confirmed that the interception operation was ongoing, with several defensive missiles fired as part of the effort to neutralize the aerial threat.

Later updates from Israeli media noted that the army had successfully shot down the drone, ensuring no breach of Israeli airspace remained. The incident underscores ongoing tensions and security challenges faced by the region.