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Houthi media releases footage of Yemen's abandoned Mocha airport
Yemen's Houthi-controlled television has broadcast drone footage showing Mocha International Airport in a state of disrepair and abandonment. The video release underscores the ongoing deterioration of critical infrastructure in the conflict-affected nation.
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Houthi-run media outlets on Monday aired unmanned aerial vehicle footage depicting Mocha International Airport, located in western Yemen, appearing empty and neglected. The drone video provided a rare visual documentation of the facility's current condition amid Yemen's prolonged conflict.
The airport, situated in Hodeidah Governorate, has seen minimal commercial activity in recent years as civil strife and political instability have crippled Yemen's transportation sector. Infrastructure across the country has suffered extensive damage since the escalation of hostilities between the Houthi movement and internationally-backed forces.
The Houthis' decision to release the footage comes as part of their broader communications strategy regarding developments in Yemen-controlled territories. The broadcast highlights the deteriorating state of civilian facilities in regions under their authority.
Yemen's aviation sector has faced severe constraints, with most airports operating below capacity or remaining non-functional. Mocha's abandonment reflects broader challenges facing the country's economy and services infrastructure during the ongoing conflict.