The Houthi militia in Yemen has claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Israel, marking the second time in two months that such an attack has occurred. The attack was seen as a demonstration of the evolving conflict in the Middle East, pitting Israel against Iranian proxies who have launched attacks in support of Palestinians in Gaza. While the Israeli military initially reported that the missile had landed in an open area with no casualties, they later revealed that it had been intercepted but not destroyed. The Houthi spokesman stated the attack was in solidarity with Gaza and warned of more strikes. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to respond to the attack as part of the wider conflict against Iran's influence. The Houthis, based in Yemen, had rarely attacked Israeli interests before October of last year, and their recent actions are seen as an attempt to position themselves as defenders of the Muslim world. The conflict has also involved other groups backed by Iran, such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, and has led to fears of a wider war in the region. The war in Gaza continues with no apparent end in sight, despite international efforts to secure a cease-fire. The leaders of Israel and Hamas are considered key figures in potentially securing a truce, with Hezbollah also playing a role in the conflict. The article highlights the evolving and complex nature of the conflict in the Middle East and the involvement of various groups and countries in the region.