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Houthi missiles strike Yemen presidential palace, killing two
Ballistic missiles hit al-Maashiq Palace in Aden, but Yemen's prime minister and senior government officials escaped injury, authorities said. The attack marks the latest escalation in the ongoing conflict.
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Yemen's information minister confirmed that Houthi forces launched ballistic missiles at al-Maashiq Palace in the southern city of Aden, resulting in at least two deaths. Despite the direct strike on the government compound, the prime minister and other senior cabinet members were not harmed in the assault.
The attack underscores the persistent threat posed by the Iranian-backed Houthi movement, which has conducted numerous strikes against government installations and civilian infrastructure across Yemen. The group has previously targeted the presidential palace and other strategic locations as part of their campaign against the internationally recognized government.
Details regarding the identities of those killed and the extent of damage to the palace remained limited. The incident occurred amid continued tensions in Yemen's complex conflict, which has displaced millions and created a humanitarian crisis across the impoverished nation.
The Houthis have maintained their military capabilities despite years of Saudi-led coalition airstrikes, regularly launching drone and missile attacks in defiance of international pressure to cease hostilities.