Saudi Arabia warned it would respond “firmly” to the Houthis after a series of missile and drone attacks in the south of the country

Saudi Arabia announced a firm military response following a series of ballistic missile and drone attacks targeting the southern region of the country. The strikes resulted in 13 civilian injuries, prompting the Saudi-led coalition to intensify its defensive and retaliatory posture against Houthi rebel forces.

Simultaneously, Houthi authorities in Yemen reported that coalition airstrikes resulted in three civilian fatalities, including two children, and caused additional injuries. The reported casualties occurred during bombardment operations targeting residential areas and infrastructure, highlighting the ongoing escalation of hostilities between the coalition and the rebel group.