Houthis claim Saudi Arabia attacked Hodeidah and Kamaran Island

Houthi-controlled "El-Mesira" television reported that air strikes targeted communication facilities in Yemen's Hodeidah province. The channel also stated that Kamaran Island, also in Hodeidah, was subjected to air attacks. However, the report provided no specifics regarding the exact locations hit or any potential casualties or damage.

Separately, the Houthi Ministry of Defense's publication, "26 September," cited local sources claiming multiple air raids on Hodeidah, attributing them to Saudi Arabia. Social media users shared videos purportedly showing fires erupting from arms depots in Hodeidah following explosions.

Saudi Arabia has not yet issued a statement regarding these alleged air strikes. This comes after the Houthis announced on July 20th a "maritime navigation ban" against Saudi Arabia, citing Riyadh's blockade of areas under its control in Yemen. Earlier the same day, Saudi state news agency SPA reported that a Saudi-owned ship, NCC MASA, sustained minor damage in the Red Sea but continued its journey after safety checks. SPA had also reported an attack on another Saudi ship, "Encelia," in the Red Sea on July 21st, which resulted in a fire but no injuries.

The Houthis claimed on the evening of July 22nd to have targeted two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea with ballistic missiles and drones, causing fires. Saudi Arabia has denied Houthi accusations of a blockade, stating that the ports of Hodeidah, Salif, and Ras Isa have received over 300 ships carrying food, fuel, and construction materials since the first half of 2026. Riyadh has also affirmed its commitment to taking necessary measures under international law to protect its vessels.