Yemen leader hurt in rocket strikes

Yemen’s president was lightly injured and four top officials were wounded when opposition tribesmen struck his palace with rockets, a government official has said.

Yemen’s president was lightly injured and four top officials were wounded when opposition tribesmen struck his palace with rockets, a government official has said.

It was the first time that tribesmen have targeted President Ali Abdullah Saleh’s palace in nearly two weeks of heavy fighting with government troops in the capital.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Clubber TV and Irish Examiner logos in offer banner

Every Match. Every Story.

One Ultimate Bundle

No obligation. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited