Israel flags first Yemen missile threat in expanding West Asia war

Synopsis Yemen launched a missile toward Israel, a first. Sirens sounded near Beer Sheba and Israel’s nuclear center. Iran and Hezbollah continued firing. Attacks on Red Sea vessels disrupted shipping. Israel struck Iran’s nuclear facilities. Iran vowed retaliation. The conflict intensifies with potential Houthi involvement, impacting global shipping and food security. Diplomatic efforts continue amid rising tensions. Dubai: Israel’s military said Yemen had launched a missile toward Israel early Saturday morning, the first time it had faced fire from that country. Sirens went off around Beer Sheba and the area near Israel’s main nuclear research center for the third time…