Houthi Missile Strike Hits Aden Presidential Palace Complex; Prime Minister Safe

Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a missile attack on the presidential palace in Aden. Two guards were killed, but the Prime Minister remains unharmed.

Editorial Desk

October 15, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Aden, Yemen — Houthi forces launched a series of missile strikes against the presidential palace complex in Aden on Thursday, resulting in the deaths of two security guards.

Two government officials confirmed the assault, which sent loud explosions echoing through the southern city. Despite the intensity of the attack, the Prime Minister was reported to be unharmed.

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Witnesses reported hearing four distinct blasts near the Al-Maashiq Palace, which serves as the headquarters for Yemen’s internationally recognized Presidential Leadership Council. The incident underscores the persistent instability in the region, where government forces continue to navigate clashes alongside the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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