Sun May 04 16:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Air India Flight Diverted After Missile Attack Near Tel Aviv Airport
**Abu Dhabi, UAE – May 4, 2025** – An Air India flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv was diverted to Abu Dhabi on Sunday after a missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport. The missile, reportedly launched from Yemen by Houthi rebels, landed near Terminal 3, causing a crater and lightly injuring four people. Air traffic at the airport was briefly suspended following the incident.
Air India flight AI139, which was approaching Tel Aviv when the attack occurred, was diverted to Abu Dhabi while still in Jordanian airspace. The airline confirmed that the flight landed safely and will return to Delhi. However, Air India has suspended all flights to and from Tel Aviv until May 6th, citing safety concerns for passengers and staff. Passengers with tickets for flights between May 4th and 6th will be offered rescheduling or full refunds.
Israeli authorities have launched an investigation into the attack. Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed retaliation, stating that Israel would respond forcefully to the attack. The Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for the missile strike, describing it as a hypersonic ballistic missile launched in solidarity with Palestinians. While the damage at the airport was reportedly minimal, the incident underscored the escalating tensions in the region.
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