Fighter jets reported over Yemen; Houthi air defenses open fire

Reports from Yemen say fighter jets were observed over the country this morning, and Houthi air-defense systems fired at them. The source and affiliation of the aircraft are not specified.

Reports circulated this morning (Friday, 09:03 Jerusalem) from Yemen indicate that fighter jets were observed flying over the country. Houthi air-defense systems reportedly opened fire at the aircraft. The affiliation of the fighter jets — whether Israeli, US-led coalition, or Saudi-led coalition — is not specified in the initial reports. The event comes amid repeated Houthi attacks on Israel and ongoing regional military activity, including prior Israeli and US aerial operations near Yemen. The reports are unverified by independent sources.

2 developments

1. 12:39 · 3 JulLatest

   Saudi fighter jets reportedly struck Houthi positions near Bab el-Mandeb.

2. 09:04 · 3 Jul

   Fighter jets reported over Yemen; Houthi air defenses open fire

• Developing09:09 · 27 JulSaudi Arabia reportedly strikes Houthi targets in Al-Jawf province
• Strong15:41 · 19 JulYemeni sources report intensive Saudi fighter jet patrols over Sanaa and Gulf of Aden
• Developing5 days ago · 06:03 · 6 SeptSaudi air force strikes Houthi positions in western Ta'izz, AFP reports
• Developing02:26 · 4 SeptSaudi Arabia reportedly strikes Houthi targets in Hodeida, western Yemen

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