Houthi Missile Attack on Aden International Airport; No Injuries Reported
The security administration of Yemen's interim capital, Aden, announced that Aden International Airport was targeted by two ballistic missiles, with no casualties recorded.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Aden, Oct 7 (KUNA) -- The security administration of Yemen’s interim capital, Aden, announced on Wednesday morning that Houthi militias targeted Aden International Airport with two ballistic missiles, resulting in no casualties. In a statement, the Aden security administration said the attack occurred in the early hours of the day and struck a vital civilian facility, endangering the lives of passengers, staff, and flight crews. The statement added that relevant authorities have begun taking necessary measures to address the incident’s repercussions and to strengthen security and preventive precautions to protect the airport and its surroundings. It emphasized that Aden International Airport serves as a key air gateway used by citizens from various Yemeni governorates, particularly patients traveling for medical treatment, travelers, students, and workers. It reaffirmed that targeting the airport poses a direct threat to the safety of civilians, passengers, staff, and flight crews, and jeopardizes civil aviation operations. The administration confirmed that readiness levels remain elevated and that necessary security and preventive measures are being implemented to protect vital facilities, ensure citizen safety, and maintain the airport’s security and the continuity of civil aviation. (End) S.N.S./H.S.S.
