Yemen’s drone war: Rivals flex growing aerial muscle
Summary
In Yemen's ongoing conflict, both the Houthi armed group and the internationally recognized government are increasingly using drones in their fights. The Houthis have more advanced drone technology, but government forces have started using drones effectively for attacks and surveillance on battlefronts.Key Facts
- The Houthis control Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, since 2014 with support from Iran.
- Houthis have used advanced drones and missiles for years to attack government forces from a distance.
- Recently, the Yemeni government began using remotely operated drones to launch attacks on Houthi positions.
- Government forces shared videos showing drones dropping bombs and hitting targets like soldiers, vehicles, and hideouts.
- Houthis have a variety of drones including ones that can fly long distances for attacks beyond Yemen.
- The government’s drones are often reusable and used on static front lines, while Houthis use more advanced one-way attack drones.
- Both sides use drones as key weapons in the conflict, but Houthis have greater experience and technology support from Iran.
- Houthi drones include types like the Qasef and Sammad families, based on Iranian designs and can carry heavy explosives.
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