Houthi rebels launched a series of attacks targeting Saudi Arabia and Yemen, escalating regional tensions. On Thursday, multiple explosions struck near the Yemeni government palace in Aden, killing at least two people. Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for the attacks.
The attacks included a deadly missile strike on the Maashiq Presidential Palace in Aden, which killed four and injured ten. Witnesses reported multiple explosions shaking the city. The Houthi group has increasingly targeted Saudi infrastructure, including airports, with reports of 20 attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh this month.
Saudi Arabia has accused Iran of fueling the conflict, linking the Houthi attacks to Tehran’s regional strategy. The United States has warned of possible attacks on Saudi airports, while Saudi Arabia called the Houthi actions “full-fledged war crimes.” Japan’s foreign minister condemned the violence, urging restraint from both the Houthis and Iran.
The conflict, which began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran in February, has shifted focus to Yemen, where the Houthi rebels have intensified their attacks. The situation has drawn international attention, with calls for stability in critical shipping routes and regional security.
The Houthi attacks reflect a broader strategy to challenge Saudi Arabia and its allies, with Iran seen as a key supporter. The ongoing violence underscores the complexity of the Middle East conflict, with humanitarian and geopolitical consequences.
