Houthi Ballistic Missiles Target Red Sea Islands and Village
Yemen's Houthi group launched ballistic missiles at government-held islands and a village north of Al-Khawkhah in Hodeidah province on August 27. The attacks targeted strategic positions overlooking international shipping lanes in the Red Sea. The Yemeni Navy reported thwarting a simultaneous approach by five Houthi boats and shooting down a reconnaissance drone. The escalation follows the Houthi declaration of a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabian ports and critical oil infrastructure.
Date: August 27, 2026
Location: Hodeidah, Yemen
Conflict: Red Sea Crisis
Category: missile
Severity: HIGH
Source: Anadolu Agency