The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) successfully intercepted a ballistic missile launched by the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen. The missile was shot down before crossing the country's borders, and there were no reports of injuries or damage. Sirens were triggered in southern Israel, but a new system to alert civilians of long-range missile attacks via push notifications on their phones experienced a malfunction. The Houthis have launched over 20 ballistic missiles at Israel since March 18, with only half triggering sirens and being shot down.