January 2020 Marib attack
On 18 January 2020, a drone and missile attack on a mosque in a military camp near Marib killed at least 111 Yemeni soldiers during evening prayers. Dozens more were injured. No group claimed responsibility, although the Houthi movement is suspected and was accused of carrying out the attack.
January 2020 Marib attack | |
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Part of Marib Campaign | |
Type | Drone and missile attack |
Location | Marib, Yemen 15°25′N 45°21′E |
Target | Military camp |
Date | 18 January 2020 |
Executed by | Houthis (denied by Houthis) |
Casualties | 111 soldiers killed 5 civilians killed 148 injured |
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