Houthi strikes in Yemen as Saudi Arabia braces for attacks: What we know
Summary
Houthi forces in Yemen launched multiple missile and drone attacks on government-held areas, killing at least 30 soldiers. Saudi Arabia warned that further attacks, possibly targeting key sites like energy and ports, may occur under Iran's supervision.Key Facts
- Houthis, supported by Iran, fired missiles and drones at Yemeni government and Saudi coalition sites.
- At least 30 Yemeni government soldiers died in attacks on Hadramout and Marib provinces.
- 11 civilians, including a child, were wounded in a Houthi attack on southern Saudi Arabia.
- Saudi intelligence indicates new attacks might target energy infrastructure, ports, and airports.
- The attacks are the deadliest in Yemen’s civil war in recent years and follow increased violence.
- Yemen’s civil war began in 2014 when Houthis took control of the capital, Sanaa.
- Saudi Arabia led a coalition against the Houthis from 2015 until a truce in 2022, but Houthis still control significant areas.
- Yemeni government military units involved include Homeland Shield Forces and Emergency Forces, both backed or created with Saudi support.
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