In a surreal moment that exemplifies the constant threat Israel faces, Argentine President Javier Milei, a fierce advocate for the Jewish state, found himself under missile fire while staying in Jerusalem. The missile barrage from Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthi terror group came just one day after Israel carried out a daring and unprecedented naval strike on the Houthi-controlled port of Hodeida—a bold move that signals a dramatic escalation in the Red Sea conflict.
A Presidential Visit Interrupted by War
Landing at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport on Monday night for a symbolic three-day visit, Milei had planned to meet with Israeli leaders and reaffirm Argentina’s unwavering support for Israel. Instead, his stay at Jerusalem’s iconic King David Hotel took a dramatic turn when air raid sirens wailed across the city Tuesday night.
From his hotel window, Milei recorded and posted footage of Israel’s missile defense systems lighting up the night sky as they intercepted ballistic missiles launched from Yemen. His comment on X was as sharp as it was sobering: "I just saw this from the hotel where I'm staying in Jerusalem."
ÚLTIMO MOMENTO
— Javier Milei (@JMilei) June 10, 2025
Sugiero de modo muy enfático que al momento de opinar sobre que pasa en ISRAEL tengan presente lo que es vivir bajo esta situación... Esto acabo de ver desde el hotel en el que estoy hospedado en Jerusalén.
Cc: @Isaac_Herzog @netanyahu pic.twitter.com/NlCyNVCD4U
Terror Propaganda Echoed by Global Media
The Houthi military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, boasted that two ballistic missiles had targeted Ben Gurion Airport—falsely claiming a successful strike. Israel’s Defense Forces immediately countered the narrative, stating that at least one missile was intercepted mid-air, and there was no damage reported on the ground.
But that didn’t stop major Western media outlets—including the BBC and The New York Times—from parroting the Houthis’ baseless claims, once again elevating unverified terrorist propaganda to headlines without evidence. This practice has become disturbingly routine, with global outlets giving airtime to known terror groups like Hamas and the Houthis, treating their fantasies as legitimate news sources.
🚨 Impressive Arab footage from the Jerusalem area of the moments when the Houthi missile was intercepted
— Gameover🎗️ (@EricS2075) June 10, 2025
We need to remember that without Israel’s technology, this missile would have hit the civilian population and might killed many.Yet again, the world community remains silent pic.twitter.com/SUiiudXaY8
False Narratives, Real Consequences
Despite the reality on the ground—that no missile struck the airport and air traffic continued—perception is proving more dangerous than fact. The false image of instability, amplified by reckless reporting, has triggered a wave of flight suspensions by international carriers. In May alone, several airlines halted routes to Israel due to supposed safety concerns, causing major disruptions and skyrocketing flight prices in and out of the country.
Israeli officials have condemned the media’s complicity in spreading disinformation: "Terrorist statements are being reported as truth, and Israel pays the price," said one government source. One officer added, “This is not journalism—it’s propaganda laundering.”
Must watch monologue by Chris Kenny of Sky News Australia
— Adi 🎗 (@Adi13) May 26, 2025
"Much of the hatred against Israel is based on falsehoods, lies and hateful rhetoric promoted by Hamas and other Islamist or anti-Israeli outfits. And too often the UN & mainstream media are useful conduits for all this… pic.twitter.com/DMxtzHwUH2
Israel’s Naval Offensive: A Game-Changer
The missile assault came in response to Israel’s first-ever naval attack on Hodeida, the main Red Sea port controlled by the Houthis in western Yemen. The strike targeted critical infrastructure used by the group to launch attacks on Israeli and international shipping.
The move marks a significant escalation, signaling Israel’s resolve to go beyond defensive measures and directly neutralize regional threats, even at great distance.
🚢For the first time, Israel has responded to Houthi aggression using the Israeli Navy.
— Eylon Levy (@EylonALevy) June 10, 2025
⚓️This morning, Israeli missile ships hit Houthi regime targets at the Port of Hodeidah, which has been used for attacks on Israel.
⚠️This came after advanced warnings to evacuate. pic.twitter.com/UMbtQgPlqr
Houthis Threaten Haifa as Escalation Looms
Yahya Saree responded with his usual fanfare of fiery threats:
"Let the criminal enemy expect more support for Gaza... We will not stop until the aggression ends and the siege is lifted."
The group is now threatening attacks on Haifa Port, a key commercial hub in northern Israel. Security experts warn that this could signal a new phase in the conflict, expanding far beyond the borders of Gaza and turning Yemen into a full-blown battleground with Israel.
Milei: The Voice of Moral Clarity
Milei, undeterred by the attack, used the moment to call out global ignorance about the reality Israel lives with:
“I strongly suggest that when you comment on what's happening in Israel, you keep in mind what it's like to live under this situation.”
His words resonated across Israeli media and social platforms, earning praise for his moral clarity in a world increasingly confused by fake neutrality and appeasement.
