Houthi missile attack hits Yemeni presidential palace in Aden
The short version
- Five people were killed and 16 were injured in a Houthi missile and drone attack on the presidential palace in Aden.
- The attack occurred on Thursday, October 15, 2026, near the Maashiq presidential palace complex.
- Iran-backed Houthi rebels based in northern Yemen claimed responsibility for the attack.
- Yemen’s prime minister and cabinet members were unharmed during the attack.
- The Saudi-led coalition intercepted several missiles aimed at its territories amid ongoing hostilities.
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