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Yemen: Houthis claim large-scale missile attack on al-Makha port
Herz — World Desk · · 30s summary · 1 min read
The essentials
The Houthis, a Zaydi Islamic organization with political and military branches classified as terrorist by some states, claimed on August 9, 2026 a large-scale and targeted missile and drone attack on al-Makha port on the Red Sea in Yemen. Their military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, described the operation as targeting Saudi troops and weapons depots. According to the port director, several missiles struck civilian areas within the port facility.
- Houthis claimed a large-scale and targeted missile and drone attack on al-Makha port on August 9, 2026
- Military spokesperson Yahya Saree said the operation targeted Saudi troops and weapons depots
- Port director confirmed several missiles hit civilian areas within the port structure
- Al-Makha is a Red Sea port in western Yemen controlled by the internationally recognized government
What we know
Yahya Saree, the military spokesperson for the Houthis, claimed on August 9, 2026 that the group carried out a "large-scale and targeted" operation against Saudi troops and weapons depots in Mocha, Yemen, according to news agency ANSA.
The attack targeted al-Makha port, located on the Red Sea and controlled by the internationally recognized Yemeni government. Missiles and drones were used in the operation.
The director of al-Makha port confirmed that several missiles struck civilian areas within the port facility.
Context
The Houthis—also known as Houthists—are a Zaydi Islamic organization with political and military branches. Several states designate them as a terrorist organization.
Who are the Houthis?
The Houthis, also known as Houthists, are a Zaydi Islamic organization with political and military branches. Several states designate them as a terrorist organization.
Where is al-Makha port?
Al-Makha, also known as Mocha, is a port located on the Red Sea in western Yemen. It is controlled by the internationally recognized Yemeni government.
What were the stated targets of the attack?
According to Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree, the operation targeted Saudi troops and weapons depots in the Mocha area.
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