Breaking news reports indicate that both Houthi Minister of Defense Mohamed al-Atifi and Chief of General Staff Muhammad al-Ghamari are believed to have been killed in Israeli airstrikes conducted yesterday in Yemen. The strikes targeted a meeting of senior Houthi military leaders, according to sources familiar with the situation.
The incident marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict involving Yemeni factions and regional actors, with the targeted leadership potentially impacting the group’s military command structure. The Houthi movement has yet to provide an official confirmation of the casualties, and there has been no immediate statement from Israel regarding the airstrikes.
International response to the reports has been cautious, with some nations calling for de-escalation and dialogue to prevent further instability in the region. The situation remains fluid as Yemen braces for potential repercussions of the attack on its military leadership. Further updates are expected as more details emerge.