Saudi warplanes reportedly struck the Al-Barh bridge in southwestern Yemen twice within two days, according to Ynet and Houthi-linked Al-Masirah. Iran's IRIB says Saudi forces launched about 40 airstrikes across Yemen in the past 24 hours, while the Houthis claim to have downed a Saudi surveillance drone over Haradh. These reports — from regional outlets — have not been independently verified and the situation remains developing.
Saudi Warplanes Strike Al-Barh Bridge Twice Amid Escalation With Houthi Rebels
) In this handout screen grab captured from a video provided by Houthi Media Center, Yemeni Houthi group fighters inspect debris from a Karayel drone of the Saudi-backed forces after it was downed by the Houthi-run air forces during the ongoing fighting in Yemen, September 10, 2026. (photo credit: Handout by Houthi Media Center via Getty Images)
Saudi warplanes reportedly struck the Al-Barh bridge in southwestern Yemen twice within 48 hours as tensions with the Houthi movement escalate, according to regional media reports.
What Happened
Early on Thursday morning, Ynet — citing the Houthi-linked channel Al-Masirah — reported that two separate airstrikes hit the Al-Barh bridge in southwestern Yemen. Al-Masirah said this was the second attack on the bridge in two days.
Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported that Saudi aircraft carried out about 40 airstrikes across Yemen in the previous 24 hours. Separately, the Houthi movement claimed it shot down a Saudi surveillance drone over Haradh in eastern Saudi Arabia.
Verification And Context
These accounts come primarily from IRIB and Al-Masirah. The claims have not been independently verified by international agencies or independent journalists at the time of reporting.
Background: The reported strikes form part of a broader escalation between Riyadh and the Iranian-backed Houthi movement, which has intensified cross-border hostilities in recent months, including missile and drone attacks and retaliatory air raids.
Impact: There are no independently confirmed details about casualties, civilian damage, or the strategic effects of the strikes on the bridge. Information remains limited and the situation is evolving.
This is a developing story; further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
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