At least 18 killed in Houthi attack on military camp in Yemen’s Shabwa

What happened: Yemeni authorities said Houthi forces fired three ballistic missiles at the al-AIam military camp in Shabwa governorate during a training exercise on Monday. The Houthis claimed responsibility. Key numbers: At least 18 killed and more than 30 wounded, per officials and medical sources. The deputy governor of Shabwa cited at least 40 casualties. Why it matters: Rashad al-Alimi, head of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, said the dead were new recruits and promised a "firm response." A Houthi spokesperson said Saudi-backed military sites will remain targets. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

Yemeni authorities said Houthi forces fired three ballistic missiles at the al-AIam military camp in Shabwa governorate during a training exercise on Monday. The Houthis claimed responsibility.

Rashad al-Alimi, head of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, said the dead were new recruits and promised a "firm response." A Houthi spokesperson said Saudi-backed military sites will remain targets.