A drone launched from Yemen struck Eilat, wounding at least 22 people, medics reported Wednesday.
The Israeli military confirmed the drone landed after air defences failed to intercept it.
Authorities could not immediately determine whether injuries came from the drone or defensive interceptors.
Officials Secure Area and Warn Residents
Police deployed bomb disposal teams to examine the drone and advised the public to avoid the crash site.
Officials warned people not to touch debris that might contain explosives.
The Israeli military instructed residents to follow Home Front Command safety guidelines.
Houthi Attacks Escalate Red Sea Tensions
Iran-backed Houthi rebels have fired drones and missiles at Israel since the Gaza war began.
The Houthis also targeted ships in the Red Sea trade corridor, halving shipping and forcing costly detours.
Israel and the U.S. launched retaliatory air strikes, killing Houthi leaders and destroying infrastructure.
The Houthis promised revenge for air strikes that killed their prime minister and nearly half of the cabinet.
