The Iranian Fars news agency reports that the Houthi movement launched a ballistic missile a short time ago toward a target in the city of Marib, Yemen. The Houthis claim the launch is a preemptive strike against an anticipated Saudi-led coalition ground operation. Details on the missile's impact or interception are not yet available.
A new report from the Iranian state media outlet Fars indicates that the Houthis in Yemen have launched a ballistic missile toward a target in the city of Marib. The Houthi movement, a key Iranian proxy, stated that the missile is part of a preemptive operation against an anticipated ground offensive by the Saudi-led coalition. This escalation comes amid a broader Houthi offensive in Marib governorate, which has seen intense missile and drone activity in recent days. As The Zioneer reported earlier today, the Houthis have launched approximately 10 ballistic missiles in the area, and the coalition has been preparing for a potential counter-offensive. The current report, if confirmed, would mark the latest in a series of attacks aimed at undermining the coalition's operational plans. The missile's trajectory and any impact or interception have not been independently verified. The Houthis have also claimed that the coalition is preparing for a new ground operation, prompting these what they describe as preemptive strikes. The situation remains fluid, and further details are awaited.
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