Houthi missile attack on Yemeni presidential palace kills five, minister says

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1. 11h ago

   Houthi missile attack on Yemeni presidential palace kills five

   A Houthi missile attack on the Yemeni presidential palace in Aden has killed five people, according to a government minister. The palace, which serves as the headquarters for Saudi-led coalition forces, was hit by ballistic missiles on October 15. The prime minister, Shaya Al-Zandani, and cabinet members were inside but unharmed. Two security personnel assigned to the prime minister's detail were initially reported killed.

   Why it matters

   The Houthis, an Iran-aligned rebel group, have been involved in Yemen's civil war and have previously caused disruption to global trade through attacks on Red Sea shipping. The group is considered a terrorist organization by some countries and has been condemned for human rights abuses, including targeting civilians and using child soldiers.

   What is confirmed

   • The Houthis are a Zaydi revivalist and Shia Islamist political and paramilitary organization that emerged from Yemen in the 1990s.
   • The Houthis are backed by Iran and are widely considered part of the Iranian-led Axis of Resistance.
   • The Houthi missile attack on the Yemeni presidential palace in Aden occurred on October 15.
   • The prime minister, Shaya Al-Zandani, and cabinet members were inside the palace but unharmed.
   • The palace serves as the headquarters for Saudi-led coalition forces.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The Houthis fired two missiles at the Aden airport in a separate incident.

   What to watch next

   • Further Houthi attacks on Yemeni government targets
   • International response to the missile attack
   • Developments in the Yemeni civil war
   Sources used for this update (8)

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2. 3d ago

   Houthi Missiles Strike Yemeni Presidential Palace in Aden

   Iran-aligned Houthi rebels launched missile attacks against the presidential palace in Aden, the seat of Yemen's internationally recognized government. A government minister reported that the strike killed two security personnel. The palace also serves as the headquarters for Saudi-led coalition forces. While the facility was hit, Yemeni officials confirmed the prime minister remained unharmed. In a separate incident, the government reported that Houthis fired two missiles at the Aden airport.

   Why it matters

   The attacks are part of an escalating Houthi campaign against Saudi Arabia and its allies. Egypt's top security body recently agreed to help Saudi Arabia defend against these Iranian-backed rebels. This escalation coincides with renewed threats from the US and Israel against Iran.

   What is confirmed

   • Houthi missiles struck the presidential palace in Aden.
   • The presidential palace in Aden houses the headquarters for Saudi-led coalition forces.
   • The Yemeni prime minister was not injured in the palace attack.
   • Houthis fired two missiles at the airport in the port city of Aden.
   • The Houthis are aligned with Iran.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Two security personnel were killed in the attack on the presidential palace.
   • A Houthi attack on a military camp in Shabwa killed at least 53 people.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of casualties at the Aden airport
   • Official response from the Saudi-led coalition regarding infrastructure damage
   • Details on Egyptian security support for Saudi Arabian defenses
   Sources used for this update (19)

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   5. BBC — Houthi missile attack on Yemeni presidential palace kills two, minister says
   6. The New York Times — Yemen Says Prime Minister Unhurt After Iran-Backed Houthis Strike Palace
   7. CNN — Iran-aligned Houthis strike Yemeni presidential palace in escalating campaign against Saudi Arabia
   8. Reuters — Yemen's Houthis hit palace in Aden, coalition details attacks on Saudi infrastructure
   9. The Guardian — Houthi missiles strike Saudi-led coalition forces HQ at presidential palace in Aden
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   11. dw.com — Middle East: Houthis target Yemen government palace in Aden
   12. AP News — 2 projectiles strike the airport in Yemen’s port city of Aden, officials say
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