Yemen: Grief at funerals for 75 young soldiers killed in Houthi strike
Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: October 21, 2026Country: Yemen
World / International

Southern Yemen paid tribute on Wednesday to 75 young soldiers killed in a missile strike attributed to Houthi rebels. Military funerals were held in Ataq, the capital of Shabwa province, with Governor Awad Ibn al-Wazir and many residents in attendance; most of the victims were aged 18 to 20. The Al-Alam military camp was struck on Monday during a training session, also leaving more than 200 people wounded. The governor vowed to strengthen security in the province and pursue those responsible for the attack.
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