The tension between Israel and Yemen's Houthi militia escalated on Sunday morning when the militia claimed responsibility for a surface-to-surface missile attack targeting central Israel. While no direct injuries were reported, nine people were treated for injuries sustained while seeking shelter during the attack. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that any attempts to harm Israel would be met with a heavy price.

According to Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree, the missile was described as a "hypersonic ballistic missile" targeting military operations. However, the Israel Defense Forces managed to intercept the missile, causing it to fragment but not fully destroying the intended target.

This attack marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict between the Iran-backed Houthi militia and Israel. The majority of previous drone and missile attacks by the militia have been intercepted over the Red Sea, but a Houthi drone attack in July managed to penetrate Tel Aviv, resulting in the death of one person and injuring 10.

In response to previous attacks, Israel retaliated with airstrikes on Hodeida, a Yemeni port city controlled by the Houthis. Sunday's missile strike serves as a reminder of the damage Israel's military can inflict, as mentioned by Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Adding to the complexity of the situation, the Hezbollah militants in Lebanon have also been involved in near-daily exchanges of fire with the Israeli Defense Forces for the past 11 months, displacing tens of thousands of people on both sides of the border.

Addressing the ongoing conflict, Netanyahu emphasized his commitment to ensuring the security of Israeli residents, particularly those affected by the various attacks. He declared the need for a change in the balance of forces on the northern border, vowing to take whatever necessary measures to safely return residents to their homes.

In another development, the Israeli Defense Forces reported a "high probability" that three hostages, Nik Beizer, Ron Sherman, and Elia Toledano, died last year in an airstrike targeting a Hamas commander. The hostages were found in the same tunnel complex as the commander, Ahmed Ghandour. Israel had been unaware of their presence at the time of the strike.

Meanwhile, leaflets distributed by the Israeli military in southern Lebanon caused panic as they directed residents to evacuate due to alleged Hezbollah firing in the area. However, the IDF later stated that these evacuation orders were "not approved" and are currently under investigation.

In Jerusalem, an Israeli border control officer was stabbed near Damascus Gate by an attacker who was subsequently shot and wounded by security forces at the scene. The officer is being treated for minor injuries.

In other news, Prime Minister Netanyahu's office announced that he will be traveling to New York this month to attend the U.N. General Assembly where he will join other world leaders.

The protracted Israeli-Gaza conflict continues to claim lives, with over 41,206 deaths and 95,337 injuries in Gaza since the war began. The situation has garnered international attention and efforts to provide humanitarian aid have been met with resistance from Israel.

As the conflict persists, it underscores the deep-rooted complexities and historical mistrust between Israel and Palestine, predating the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948. The involvement of external actors such as the Houthi militia and Hezbollah further complicates the situation, making a resolution seemingly more distant.