The Iran-backed Houthi rebel group said it fired more than 80 ballistic missiles at Saudi Arabia since last night, with support from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). A Houthi source claimed Iranian experts and thousands of IRGC personnel are in Yemen and have been instrumental in the group's takeover of strategic areas, including the Bab al-Mandab strait.
The Houthi militia in Yemen has escalated its campaign against Saudi Arabia, claiming the launch of over 80 ballistic missiles since late Monday night. According to a Houthi source cited by The Zioneer, the operation was conducted with direct support from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which reportedly has thousands of personnel and experts embedded with Houthi forces. The Houthi source said Iranian backing was essential for the group's territorial gains, including control of the strategic Bab al-Mandab strait. The missile salvo marks one of the largest barrages targeting Saudi territory in recent months, underscoring the sustained Iranian military footprint in Yemen despite ongoing diplomatic efforts. Casualties and damage in Saudi Arabia have not been independently confirmed.
3 developments
- DevelopingMissile launched from Yemen toward Red Sea target near Saudi coast, reports say
- DevelopingHouthis launch dozens of missiles at Saudi oil facilities, severe damage reported
- DevelopingHouthis launch missile attack on Saudi forces near Aden, Yemen
- StrongSaudi Arabia reportedly begins strikes in Yemen
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