Houthis advance in southwestern Yemen and target Aden airport
Making a slow advance in southwestern Yemen as they approach the city of Taiz, the Houthis launched an attack on Aden Airport and announced they had targeted airports in Saudi Arabia.
As developments continue in southwestern Yemen, the Houthis are making a slow advance towards the city of Taiz and have carried out an explosive attack on the airport in Aden, the main hub of the Saudi-backed government.
Attack on Aden Airport
The Houthis carried out a missile and explosive attack on the airport in Aden, the main international hub for the Saudi-backed government.
The explosives struck the airport minutes before a plane was due to land, forcing a flight from Cairo to be diverted to Jeddah.
Military Situation Around Taiz
Independent observers note that the Houthis pose a threat to capturing Taiz, Yemen's third-largest city, and that pro-government forces have retreated to secure Aden.
Saudi warplanes have attempted to use air superiority to strike Houthi force buildups, particularly to the west of the city.
Claims Regarding Saudi Arabian Airports
Houthi forces claimed they had fired missiles at two airports in Saudi Arabia, including one in Riyadh.
Saudi authorities initially announced that the attacks had been repelled, but later stated that three people had lost their lives and 36 others were injured.
Assessment by the Institute for the Study of War
The Institute for the Study of War updated its previous assessment that Houthi forces on the coastal plain appeared to be collapsing.
Evidence from the past 24 hours has revealed signs indicating that the Houthis have halted pro-government advances.
Statements by Abdulmalik al-Houthi
Houthi leader Abdulmalik al-Houthi delivered a lengthy speech on the occasion of the third anniversary of Hamas's attack on Israel.
In his speech, he criticized the Qatar-based Al Jazeera channel for its coverage of the Yemen war and called for an investigation into Saudi Arabia's role.
Activities of the Southern Giants Forces
The Southern Giants Forces, a pro-government militia in Yemen, are continuing their efforts to retake the Bab el-Mandeb strait.
These units continue their operations positioned in the military airport sector within the Dubab region.