Missile attack on military camp in central Yemen leaves at least 50 dead

On October 19, 2026, a missile strike targeted a military camp in central Yemen, resulting in at least 50 deaths and leaving over 100 people injured. Fahad al-Khalifi, the deputy governor of the Shabwa province, confirmed the rising casualty toll, noting that many of the wounded are in critical condition and local hospitals have been overwhelmed by the influx of victims.

Government officials have attributed the attack to the Houthi movement. The strike occurred during an ongoing period of instability in the region, reflecting the intensified conflict within the country. Authorities are currently managing the emergency response as medical facilities struggle to cope with the high number of casualties following the incident.