Clashes in Yemen as aid agencies warn civilian toll is worsening
Clashes were reported in Yemen on Saturday between Iran-backed Houthi forces and Saudi-backed government troops, as aid agencies warned of a worsening civilian toll. The Saudi-led coalition said government forces destroyed two missile launchpads in Saada and intercepted missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh and Yanbu.
Early August
Fighting in Yemen escalated; at least 1,282 deaths have been reported since, per the source.
3–11 October
The WHO said at least 2,007 people were killed or wounded in Yemen, double the recent average daily toll.
Late Friday
Two Houthi missiles reportedly landed inside Aden international airport as a passenger jet prepared for takeoff, per Yemen's information minister.
Saturday 17 October
New clashes were reported, and the Saudi-led coalition described destroying launchpads and intercepting missiles and drones.
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