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Saudi Eurofighter Hit by Yemeni Air Defences During Combat Operation: Field Performance Remains Problematic

Yemen’s Ansarallah Coalition has claimed to have struck a Royal Saudi Air Force Eurofighter over northern Yemen with a surface-to-air missile, reportedly damaging the aircraft severely enough to put it at risk of crashing. The group’s military spokesperson, Brigadier General Yahya Saree, announced the attack on October 14, stating that the aircraft had taken off from Taif Air Base in western Saudi Arabia before being engaged over Saada Governorate. Coalition-affiliated media subsequently released footage purporting to show the missile engagement and an explosion close to the aircraft. Saudi authorities have not publicly confirmed the incident.