#BREAKING | January 9, 2026 — The Israeli Navy intercepted an Egyptian vessel that briefly entered a restricted maritime zone off the Gaza coast. After the vessel failed to respond to repeated calls to halt, warning shots were fired. The vessel subsequently turned back towards Egyptian waters. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that Egypt has accepted responsibility for the incident, and no injuries have been reported. Security coordination between Israel and Egypt continues to operate normally.
This incident follows ongoing tensions in the region, with both countries maintaining communication regarding maritime security. For related coverage, see recent developments in Yemen.
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