Yemen: Houthi missile kills at least six in Al-Anad January 10

Event

A Houthi missile attack reportedly killed at least six people and wounded dozens others, including the Yemeni army chief, in the city of Al-Anad (Lahij Province) on Thursday, January 10, when a missile targeted and hit a Yemeni government parade. Additional Houthi missile and shelling attacks are possible in the coming weeks.

Context

Yemen is engaged in a complex and deadly conflict, ongoing since Houthi rebels entered into a civil war with the Yemeni government, supported by a Saudi-led coalition, in 2015. The Saudi-led coalition has carried out thousands of airstrikes in Yemen since its intervention began. Hundreds of Yemeni civilians have been killed in the strikes, which have hit schools, hospitals, and markets, in addition to Houthi militant positions and personnel. In total, more than 10,000 Yemenis have died in the fighting and some 3 million have been displaced.

Advice

Due to poor security conditions, many Western governments strongly advise their citizens against all travel to Yemen. Travel to the country should only be considered with proper security protocols in place. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to travel.