Houthi missile attack on Yemeni presidential palace kills two, minister says
Summary
A missile attack by the Houthi group hit the presidential palace in Aden, Yemen, killing two security guards and injuring others. The attack targeted the seat of Yemen’s internationally-recognized government, which is supported by a Saudi-led coalition fighting the Iran-backed Houthis.Key Facts
- Two security personnel died in the missile attack on Aden’s presidential palace.
- Five ballistic missiles struck al-Maashiq Palace, but the prime minister and other officials were unhurt.
- The Houthis claim the attack targeted a Saudi military headquarters in Aden.
- Saudi Arabia leads a coalition backing Yemen’s government against the Iran-supported Houthis.
- The conflict started in 2014 when Houthis took control of Yemen’s capital Sanaa.
- Houthis have launched missiles and drones at Saudi airports, oil facilities, and military bases.
- Saudi Arabia says Iran supports the Houthis with weapons and training, which Iran denies.
- Fighting has displaced over 200,000 people and killed more than 1,200 since August.
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