The Israeli army reported that it intercepted a drone launched from Yemen on Monday. While the aerial threat was neutralized, authorities confirmed that air raid sirens were not activated during the incident.
The military said the drone was detected and intercepted before it could reach its target. No injuries or damage have been reported.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) did not provide further details on the exact interception location or the technology used.
Israeli media outlets reported that the object was intercepted near Eilat, a southern port city located on the Red Sea.
Residents in the area said they did not hear any alarms or explosions, and normal activity resumed shortly after the incident.
Though no group has claimed responsibility for the launch, drones from Yemen have previously been linked to Iran-backed Houthi forces.
These groups have targeted Israeli and international assets in the region, especially since the start of the Israel-Gaza conflict in late 2023.
The military has been on high alert amid rising tensions across multiple fronts, including the Lebanese and Syrian borders, as well as in the Red Sea corridor.
In recent months, Israel has stepped up its air defenses and surveillance to counter aerial threats, particularly drones and missiles launched from Yemen and other parts of the region.
The interception highlights the continued threat of drone warfare and the need for quick response systems. The IDF stated that operations in the area would continue as usual and that any additional information would be shared once verified.