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Houthi missile hits Ben Gurion (Israel) Airport disrupting flights
Houthi missile breaches Israel’s air defenses, lands near Ben Gurion Airport causing flight disruptions and injuries
Malik Rafaiy
May 04, 2025
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Summary of the Incident
On Sunday, May 4, 2025, a ballistic missile launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels struck the grounds of Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, the country’s main international gateway near Tel Aviv. The missile impact caused injuries, disrupted flights, and triggered widespread alarm across central Israel.
Details of the Missile Strike
The missile, reportedly hypersonic according to some sources, landed within the airport perimeter, specifically near a roadway adjacent to Terminal 3’s parking area.
Surveillance and social media footage showed a plume of black smoke and debris scattered near airport facilities. The impact created a crater and damaged a vehicle and roadway structures.
The Israeli military (IDF) acknowledged that multiple attempts to intercept the missile failed, including efforts with the U.S.-made THAAD and Israel’s Arrow defense systems.
Sirens sounded across central Israel, prompting millions to seek shelter. The airport halted all takeoffs and landings for about an hour, and all access points and train services to the airport were temporarily closed.
Casualties and Response
Six people were reported injured:
A man in his 50s sustained limb trauma (light to moderate condition).
Two women, aged 54 and 38, suffered blast-related injuries.
A 64-year-old man was lightly hurt by flying debris.
Two women, aged 22 and 34, were lightly injured while running for shelter.
Additional individuals were treated for panic and acute anxiety.
Emergency services and police cordoned off the impact area, and bomb squads searched for hazardous debris.
Impact on Flights and Operations
Ben Gurion Airport suspended flights for about an hour, causing significant delays and forcing several inbound planes to remain airborne.
Major airlines-including Wizz Air, Lufthansa, Air France, Air Europa, Austrian, and Swiss Airlines-temporarily suspended or canceled flights to Tel Aviv.
Although the airport resumed operations after roughly an hour, delays and heightened security measures persisted throughout the day.
Broader Context and Reactions
The Houthis claimed responsibility, warning airlines that Ben Gurion Airport was "no longer safe for air travel" and emphasizing their intent to strike sensitive Israeli targets in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed a forceful response, stating, "Whoever harms us, we will strike them sevenfold".
The incident marks one of the most serious Houthi strikes on Israeli infrastructure since their campaign began, highlighting vulnerabilities in Israel’s missile defense against long-range attacks from Yemen.
Summary Table:
Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
Date | May 4, 2025 |
Location | Ben Gurion Airport, near Terminal 3, Tel Aviv, Israel |
Perpetrator | Yemen's Houthi rebels |
Type of Attack | Ballistic missile (possibly hypersonic) |
Interception Attempts | Failed (IDF, THAAD, Arrow systems) |
Injuries | 6 (light to moderate, including trauma, debris, and panic) |
Flight Disruption | 1-hour halt; major airlines suspended/canceled flights |
Broader Impact | Panic, heightened security, potential for Israeli retaliation |
Conclusion
The Houthi missile strike on Ben Gurion Airport represents a significant escalation in the regional conflict, directly disrupting civilian air traffic and exposing gaps in Israel’s missile defense coverage for long-range threats from Yemen. The event triggered temporary chaos at Israel’s busiest airport, injuries, and a swift but temporary halt to air operations, with major international carriers suspending flights in response to the heightened risk.
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Written By: Malik Rafaiy
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