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Defense Ministry chief warns of possible Houthi ground infiltration from the east
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jun 18, 2026
What happened
Amir Baram warned that the Houthis or Iraqi militias could attempt a ground infiltration into Israel from the eastern border. The report says the Houthis have trained for such scenarios, including drills simulating attacks in Israel and the deployment of fighters to southern Syria.
- 01Baram said the eastern border is Israel's most sensitive security area.
- 02He warned Houthis or Iraqi militias could try a ground infiltration.
- 03Houthi leader Abdul-Malik said they would surprise Israel on land.
- 04About 50 Houthi missile specialists were reportedly sent to southern Syria in 2024.
- 05The Houthis have conducted drills simulating attacks inside Israel since the war began.
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