Sanaa, Yemen - An airport in Yemen's capital city was struck by an airstrike Tuesday. The attack follows a recent missile launch from Yemen that impacted near Israel's primary airport, Ben Gurion International Airport. According to reports, the missile strike in Israel resulted in injuries to at least six individuals.
The Houthi militia, a group operating in Yemen and backed by Iran, claimed responsibility for the missile launch. The Houthis have been engaged in a long-running conflict in Yemen, and have previously targeted Saudi Arabia with missile and drone attacks. The airstrike in Sanaa raises concerns about escalating tensions in the region.
While the exact details of the airstrike and the extent of the damage are still emerging, sources indicate that the airport sustained significant damage. No immediate claims of responsibility for the airstrike have been made. The incident is likely to further complicate efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Yemen and could potentially lead to further regional instability.
Airstrike Hits Yemen Airport After Missile Launch Near Israeli Airport
An airstrike hit an airport in Yemen's capital city, Sanaa, on Tuesday. This happened just days after a missile, launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels, landed near Israel's main airport. The missile strike in Israel wounded at least six people. The Houthis are a group in Yemen that is supported by Iran.