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IED event in Yemen on Fri 7th August 2026

7th August 2026

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On 7 August 2026, Houthi forces targeted with 20 suicide drones and ballistic missiles, Saudi and IRG military forces in Sahn al Jin Military Camp (coded separately) and residential areas and IDP camps in Jaww an Nasim and Wadi al Mil region (Marib, Marib). The drones and missiles were launched from different locations in Sanaa, Ibb, and Dhamar governorate and targeted the Saudi mobilization, weapon depot, vehicles, and military equipment. The attack on the residential area and IDP camp result in the killing of 2 civilians and the injury of 14 others. Fatalities split across 2 locations. 1 fatality coded to this location.

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