Houthis attack Aden airport as fighting intensifies in Yemen
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Houthi rebels launched missile and drone strikes against airports in Yemen and Saudi Arabia, escalating regional tensions. Saudi-backed forces have initiated a counteroffensive to reclaim strategic coastal territory from the group.
Why it matters
The attacks threaten civilian infrastructure and exacerbate a humanitarian crisis in an already volatile region.
Published 8 hours ago • loading... • Updated 41 minutes ago Show Less Icon Houthis attack Aden airport as fighting intensifies in Yemen Flights were diverted and two planes were moved from the runway after the attack, while officials said no casualties were reported. Left Center Right Ground G Logo Light Bias Comparison Ground G Logo Bias Comparison Early Wednesday, Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched missile and drone strikes against Aden International Airport in Yemen and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, deepening regional conflict. Saudi-Backed forces launched a major counteroffensive this week to retake the strategic Red Sea coast and Bab el-Mandeb Strait from the Houthis, who seized the territory last month. In Aden, a missile struck near the runway minutes before a flight from Cairo landed. Security authorities in Aden and the Human Rights Ministry warned the attack threatened a "humanitarian disaster," though no casualties occurred.
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