Iran-backed Houthi PM killed in Israeli airstrikes on Yemen's capital
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Iran-backed Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi was killed in Israeli airstrikes on Sanaa, according to Yemeni and Israeli reports. The strikes also targeted top military officials, including the group's defence minister.
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- Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawy killed in Israeli airstrikes on Sana'a.
- Strikes also targeted senior Houthi military officials, reportedly killing Defense Minister Mohamed al-Attifi and Army Chief of Staff Mohamed Abdelkarim al-Ghamari. 13s
- Israeli officials confirmed the operation and are assessing further leadership casualties. 38s
- The attacks were a response to recent Houthi attacks on Israel. 55s
- Israeli officials warned the Houthis against further escalation. 1m 1s