Direct Missile and Drone Strikes Between Israel and Iran Reported; Houthis Announce Red Sea Shipping Ban

Israel and Iran have reportedly engaged in direct missile and drone attacks, marking a significant escalation after previous Israeli airstrikes. Iran's Revolutionary Guard stated they targeted Israeli military bases, while Israel confirmed intercepting incoming projectiles. Simultaneously, Yemen's Houthi rebels declared a ban on Israeli shipping in the Red Sea, intensifying regional maritime security concerns.