03:01 (23:31)⇢Iran Rejects Yemen Control as Missile Tensions Escalate
⌨The newspapers report on tensions surrounding a Houthi missile strike on Israel's Ben Gurion Airport. Iran's Foreign Ministry issued a statement rejecting accusations about its relationship with Yemen, insisting Houthi support for Palestine is independent (Al-Alam, Mehr News, BBC Persian). Netanyahu has threatened retaliation against both the Houthis and "their Iranian terrorist masters" (BBC Persian). Iran's Defense Minister warned of powerful retaliation if Iran is attacked, claiming substantial missile reserves in "missile cities" (Tasnim). Meanwhile, Trump has stated he would only accept "complete dismantling" of Iran's nuclear program (Radio Farda), and Iran unveiled a new "Qasem Basir" ballistic missile (Borna News).