Witnesses in Yemen’s port city of Aden reported hearing at least six explosions near the government palace on Thursday. The blasts occurred close to the presidential palace, which also serves as the headquarters of the internationally recognized Yemeni government. Local residents described the sound as powerful and sudden, with some fearing a larger attack.
Security sources confirmed that the Houthi rebels targeted the government compound in Aden. The attack followed a series of tensions between the Houthi group and the Yemeni government, which has been in conflict since 2015. The explosions damaged nearby structures but no casualties were immediately reported.
This incident marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict in Yemen. The Houthi movement, which controls large parts of the country, has been engaged in a protracted war with the Yemeni government and its allies, including a Saudi-led coalition. The attacks on government facilities are part of a broader strategy to weaken the government’s control in Aden, a key city in southern Yemen. The situation remains volatile, with sporadic violence continuing to disrupt daily life in the region.
