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A series of severe explosions occurred at the base of Saudi-backed forces in Marib province, Yemen, according to local sources. The attack, which is believed to have been carried out by the Houthi rebel group, resulted in significant damage to the military facility.
According to reports, the Houthi forces targeted the base with two ballistic missiles, which detonated in quick succession, causing extensive damage and potentially resulting in loss of life. The attack is the latest in a long line of conflicts between the Houthi-led government and the Saudi-backed coalition, which has been supporting the internationally recognized government of Yemen.
Details of the attack remain scarce, with official statements from both sides of the conflict yet to be released. However, eyewitnesses claim that the blasts were heard and felt across the surrounding area, with witnesses describing the impact as “catastrophic”.
The Houthis have not officially claimed responsibility for the attack, but sources close to the group suggest that they are likely to have been involved. The group has long been known to possess advanced ballistic missile capabilities, which they have used in previous attacks against Saudi and Emirati targets.
The Saudi-backed forces in Marib province have faced repeated attacks from the Houthi rebel group in recent months. The province has long been a key battleground in the Yemen conflict, with both sides competing for control of the region’s strategic location and natural resources.
Tensions between the Houthi-led government and the Saudi-backed coalition have been escalating in recent weeks, with both sides accusing each other of violating a ceasefire agreement. The conflict has already claimed tens of thousands of lives and displaced millions more, making it one of the world’s most destructive and complex humanitarian crises.
The international community has repeatedly called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, but so far, little progress has been made towards achieving a lasting ceasefire. The latest attack highlights the ongoing instability and violence in Yemen and is likely to further exacerbate tensions between the warring parties.
As the situation continues to unfold, concerns are growing about the safety of civilians caught in the crossfire. Human rights groups have repeatedly criticized both sides for their failure to adhere to international humanitarian law and protect civilians from the effects of conflict.