Yemen's Houthi Forces Claim to Have Shot Down Saudi Reconnaissance Drone
Source: Global Times
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On October 16 local time, Yahya Saree, a spokesperson for the Houthi armed forces in Yemen, stated that the Houthis shot down a Saudi "Wing Loong-2" armed reconnaissance drone over Marib province. The drone was reportedly conducting so-called "hostile actions" in the airspace over Marib province when it was shot down by the Houthis using appropriate weaponry.
As of now, the Saudi side has not responded to this. (CCTV reporter Zhu Yunxiang)
Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
1 drone
Activity
Houthi forces shot down a Saudi reconnaissance drone
Location
Marib
Unit
Houthi forces
Time
October 16
Equipment
Wing Loong II drone
Summary
Houthi forces shot down a Saudi Wing Loong II reconnaissance drone over Marib province on October 16. The drone was reportedly engaged in hostile operations at the time of the incident. As of now, there has been no response from Saudi authorities regarding this event.
Key Facts
- Houthi forces shot down a Saudi Wing Loong II drone
- The incident occurred over Marib province
- The drone was conducting hostile operations
- No response from Saudi forces reported yet
- The event was reported by Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree