Houthi Forces: Saudi Airstrikes on Yemeni Port City of Mukha Result in 6 Dead and 8 Injured

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Kuwait City, September 22 (Reporter Yin Zha) - Sana'a reports: According to the Houthi-controlled Masirah TV on the 22nd, Saudi Arabian warplanes launched airstrikes on the Red Sea port city of Mocha in Taiz Province, southwestern Yemen, early that morning, resulting in 6 deaths and 8 injuries.

It was reported that "Saudi warplanes" carried out 3 airstrikes on "a residential building" in Mocha that day. Among the 6 deceased, there were 2 children and 1 woman. Masirah TV also broadcast footage related to the casualties.

The Saudi side has not yet responded to this.

The Yemeni government forces and Houthi armed groups confirmed on the 10th of this month that the Houthis had captured the strategically important Red Sea location of Mocha that day. Recently, the conflict between the Houthi armed groups and the Saudi-supported Yemeni government forces has continued to escalate, with both sides launching missile and drone attacks against each other.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Casualties & Losses
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
6 dead, 8 injured
Activity
Saudi airstrikes on residential buildings
Location
Mokha · Taiz Governorate · Yemen
Unit
Saudi Arabian Air Force
Time
September 22, 2023
Equipment
fighter jets
Summary

Saudi Arabian Air Force conducted airstrikes on a residential building in Mokha, Yemen, on September 22, 2023, resulting in 6 deaths and 8 injuries. Among the deceased were 2 children and 1 woman. This incident is part of the ongoing conflict between Houthi forces and Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces, which has seen increased hostilities recently.

Key Facts
  • Saudi airstrikes targeted a residential building in Mokha, Yemen.
  • 6 people were killed, including 2 children and 1 woman.
  • 8 people were injured in the airstrikes.
  • The airstrikes occurred on September 22, 2023.
  • The conflict between Houthi forces and Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces has escalated recently.