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Houthi forces launched a series of missile and drone attacks on several Yemeni government military bases in the provinces of Hadramout and Marib, killing at least 30 soldiers and injuring 15 others, according to the Yemeni government. Officials warned that the death toll could rise as some of the wounded remain in critical condition. Meanwhile, the Houthis claimed the attacks caused hundreds of casualties among government forces, although independent verification of that figure is not available. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree said the strikes came in response to recent military movements by government forces. The Yemeni military confirmed the attacks and said they followed its own operations against Houthi positions. Arab media reported that the Houthis fired eight missiles from Al Jawf province, targeting military camps in Al Thaniyah and Al Abr in Hadramout, as well as Al Rawk in Marib. The strikes hit while soldiers had gathered for training exercises, contributing to the high number of casualties. The attacks rank among the deadliest military operations in Yemen since 2022 and come as clashes between the two sides have intensified in recent weeks, raising fears of further escalation. The U.S. Embassy condemned the attacks, describing them as a “cowardly act of terrorism,” and expressed condolences to the families of the fallen Yemeni soldiers. Separately, the Saudi-led coalition said a Houthi attack on the Saudi border city of Najran wounded 11 civilians, including a woman and a child. The Houthis have not immediately claimed responsibility for that incident.

More than 45,000 mourners gathered in Dearborn, Michigan, for a major procession marking Arbaeen, the 40th day of mourning following the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions at the Battle of Karbala. The large gathering brought together members of the Shia Muslim community from Dearborn and other parts of Michigan, with participants filling the city’s streets to pay tribute to Imam Hussain (RA) and remember the sacrifices made at Karbala. During the procession, mourners recited elegies and took part in traditional mourning rituals, expressing grief and devotion while commemorating the events of Karbala. The gathering also served as an opportunity for participants to reflect on the values associated with Imam Hussain (RA), including justice, courage, sacrifice, and standing against oppression. The procession featured a strong display of religious devotion as thousands of participants marched through the streets in an atmosphere of mourning and remembrance. Families and community members joined the event, making it a significant religious gathering for the local Muslim population. Organizers described the event as the largest Arbaeen gathering of its kind in the history of the United States. They said the growing number of participants demonstrates the increasing scale of the annual commemoration and the strong connection of the community with the religious and historical significance of Karbala. The turnout also marked a notable increase compared with last year’s event. Around 40,000 people reportedly attended the Arbaeen procession in Dearborn in the previous year, while this year’s gathering attracted more than 45,000 participants. Arbaeen holds deep religious importance for Shia Muslims worldwide. It marks the completion of 40 days of mourning for Imam Hussain (RA), who was martyred alongside members of his family and companions at Karbala in 680 AD. Millions of people participate in Arbaeen commemorations across different countries, with the annual pilgrimage in Iraq drawing one of the world’s largest religious gatherings. The Dearborn procession has become an important annual event for the city’s Shia Muslim community, allowing participants to come together to remember the tragedy of Karbala and honor the legacy of Imam Hussain (RA).