Yemen's Houthi forces claim to have launched a ballistic missile attack on Saudi military trucks

Source: Global Times
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The Houthi armed group in Yemen stated on the 7th that the organization launched a ballistic missile attack that day on a military truck transporting military supplies to the Wadi A military base in Hadramaut province, which is controlled by the Yemeni government forces.

The Houthi-controlled Masirah TV released footage after the attack, claiming that the strike utilized ballistic missiles produced by the organization itself. The report did not mention any casualties.

Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree issued a statement on social media that day, saying that Saudi Arabia had intensified its airstrikes and reconnaissance flights against the organization and was providing weapons to the Yemeni government forces. He stated that Saudi military actions "will not go unanswered" and warned that Saudi Arabia would "bear the consequences."

The Houthi side claimed that on the 7th, Saudi airstrikes hit a prison in the city of Hazm, the capital of Al-Jawf province in northern Yemen, resulting in 7 deaths and 7 injuries.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Houthi forces launched a ballistic missile attack on a military truck transporting supplies to a military base in Yemen.
Location
Wadi A · Hadramaut Province · Yemen
Unit
Houthi forces
Time
October 7
Equipment
ballistic missiles
Summary

Houthi forces launched a ballistic missile attack on a military truck in Wadi A, Hadramaut Province, Yemen, on October 7. The truck was transporting military supplies to a Yemeni government-controlled base. Houthi media reported the use of their self-produced missiles, while Saudi airstrikes in Yemen resulted in seven deaths and injuries. Houthi spokesperson warned of consequences for Saudi military actions.

Key Facts
  • Houthi forces attacked a military truck with ballistic missiles on October 7.
  • The truck was transporting military supplies to a base controlled by the Yemeni government.
  • Houthi media reported the use of self-produced ballistic missiles.
  • No casualties were reported from the missile attack.
  • Saudi Arabia conducted airstrikes in Yemen, resulting in casualties.