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Yemen's government reports Houthi missile attack on Aden airport

Yemen's government reports Houthi missile attack on Aden airport

16 Ekim 2026Al Jazeera
  • The Yemeni government announced that Houthis launched two missiles at Aden airport amid ongoing military operations in Marib.
  • Yemen's government has reported that the Houthi forces launched two missiles targeting Aden airport. This incident coincides with the Yemeni government's claims of military progress in Marib, where they assert to have 'neutralised' 430 Houthi fighters within a single day.
  • The ongoing conflict continues to escalate as both sides engage in significant military operations.
  • Yemen has been embroiled in a civil war since 2014, with the Houthi movement battling the internationally recognized government, backed by a Saudi-led coalition. The conflict has resulted in a severe humanitarian crisis, with millions in need of assistance.
  • The missile attack on Aden airport underscores the volatile nature of the conflict in Yemen, where both government and Houthi forces are vying for control. The Yemeni government's claims of neutralising a substantial number of Houthi fighters could indicate a shift in the battlefield dynamics, yet such claims often…
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This article reflects the situation as reported by Al Jazeera and may not encompass all perspectives or developments related to the ongoing conflict in Yemen.