Israeli army says it downed Houthi drone

The Israeli army has said it shot down a drone launched towards Israel by Ansar Allah, known as the Houthis, in Yemen after sirens sounded in Bnei Netzarim, a town near the borders with Gaza and Egypt.

The Houthis have yet to comment.

🚨 ✈️ Hostile Aircraft Intrusion - 1 Alert:

• Gaza Envelope — Bnei Netzarim

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