At Least 18 Killed in Houthi Attack on Military Camp in Yemen's Shabwa
A deadly assault has taken place in Yemen's southern governorate of Shabwa, resulting in the loss of at least 18 lives, according to a government forces spokesman.
The Houthi militia has launched ballistic missiles at a military camp during a training exercise, causing significant damage and casualties.
- Houthi militants launched ballistic missiles at a military camp in Yemen's Shabwa province
- At least 18 people were killed in the attack
- Government forces spokesman confirmed the incident
The attack took place in the midst of a training exercise, highlighting the ongoing conflict in Yemen and the challenges faced by the government forces in securing their territory.
Yemen is a country located on the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula, and is currently embroiled in a devastating civil war. The conflict has been ongoing since 2014, when Houthi rebels overran much of the country, including the capital city, Sana'a.
The Houthi group is backed by Iran, which is accused of providing them with weapons and military training.
The Saudi-led coalition has been intervening in the Yemeni conflict since 2015, aiming to restore the internationally recognized Yemeni government.
The attack in Shabwa province highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the Yemeni government in securing its territory and protecting civilians amidst the ongoing conflict.
The situation in Yemen remains critical, with millions of people facing severe food and medical crises, and the country being at high risk of becoming the world's largest famine disaster in decades.
This tragic incident in Shabwa province underscores the need for a peaceful resolution to the Yemeni crisis and the urgent assistance required to alleviate the suffering of the Yemeni people.
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<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
