Houthi militants target civilians in Aden with ballistic missiles

Iran-backed Houthi militants launched ballistic missiles at the interim capital Aden on Friday, in what officials described as a terrorist act targeting civilians and civilian sites.

In a statement, Colonel Majed Al-Nazili, spokesperson for the armed forces, said: "This evening, Houthi militants carried out a ballistic missile attack on Aden, targeting civilians and civilian facilities. This terrorist act threatens the safety and security of residents and represents a dangerous escalation for which the militia bears full responsibility."

Colonel Al-Nazili added: "Such attacks typically occur when the militia suffers losses on the battlefield, resorting to targeting civilians, cities, and vital infrastructure in clear violation of international humanitarian law. This proves the militia’s terrorism affects all Yemenis across the country and exposes the falsity of its claims and slogans."

The spokesperson stressed that the armed forces remain committed to their duties to protect citizens and state institutions, continuing Operation ‘Fajr Al-Yemen’ and taking all necessary operational measures to firmly address threats in accordance with international humanitarian law and rules of engagement. He affirmed that such attacks will not achieve their objectives nor deter the armed forces from their national mission, warning that any assault on the Yemeni people and their security will have consequences.

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