Houthi forces fire missiles at the al-Maashiq presidential palace complex in Aden, Yemen’s southern port city, killing at least five people and injuring others, according to Yemen’s government and multiple reports. Some outlets report at least four deaths, while others cite higher casualty figures and different estimates of the number wounded.
Officials quoted by outlets say Yemen’s internationally recognized government uses the palace complex. Witnesses report multiple explosions near the site, and Iran-backed Houthis quickly claim responsibility. The attack is described as part of ongoing hostilities in Yemen, with Bloomberg linking it to broader tensions involving attacks on Saudi Arabia and Saudi-supported forces. BBC and other reporting also say the prime minister and other ministers are unhurt, indicating the leadership was not hit directly during the strike.
