Houthi rebels launched a deadly strike against a Yemeni government military camp in the southern province of Shabwa, killing at least 20 fighters, according to reporting by The Hindu — International.
The attack specifically targeted the al-Alam military camp. Rebel forces fired ballistic missiles into the facility, causing significant casualties among personnel stationed at the government-controlled compound.
Ballistic Missile Strike on Shabwa Base
The assault hit the al-Alam base directly, underscoring the ongoing reach of the Houthi movement's missile arsenal across Yemen's southern regions. Emergency response efforts immediately followed the strikes as security forces attempted to secure the perimeter and transport the wounded away from the impact site.
The strike marks a severe escalation in Shabwa, an area that has experienced recurring instability as regional alignments shift and clashes between rival factions persist. The deployment of ballistic ordnance against a permanent base installation inflicted heavy losses on the ground, leaving at least 20 fighters dead in the aftermath.
Continued Attacks on Government Camps
The targeting of the al-Alam installation reflects the Houthi rebels' sustained strategy of utilizing long-range projectile systems against government and coalition-aligned military hubs. By concentrating ballistic firepower on troop concentrations and fortified camps, the group continues to challenge the security architecture established by the internationally recognized government and its local defense partners in the southern provinces.
