On 12.05.2026, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) intercepted a reconnaissance drone near Eilat, southern Israel. The drone was launched from the east and is suspected to have originated from Yemen. The Israeli Air Force (IAF) successfully intercepted the drone, and no sirens were activated in any towns, adhering to protocol . Israeli media confirmed the interception, with footage of the interceptor missile also circulating .
Israeli Army Radio (Galei Tzahal) reported that there was no definitive confirmation that the intercepted object was a drone, suggesting it may have alternatively been a flock of birds . Earlier reports from Israeli N12 news indicated an interception attempt had taken place over Eilat .
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