Thursday

October 15, 2026

Armed conflicts and attacks

Yemeni civil war

The Houthis launch missiles against Al-Maashiq Palace, headquarters of the Presidential Leadership Council and official residence of President Rashad al-Alimi, in Aden, Yemen, killing five people and injuring 16. No member of the council is harmed in the attack. (Al Jazeera) (Reuters)

Houthi–Saudi conflict

Saudi Arabia says that it has intercepted a missile intended for Medina. However, the Houthis denied launching a missile at the city. (The Hill) (France 24)

Business and economy

The European Central Bank authorizes UniCredit to raise its stake in Commerzbank above 30% without an upper limit, allowing the Italian bank to proceed toward taking control of the German lender. (The Eastern Herald)

China–North Korea relations

The New Yalu River Bridge connecting Dandong, China, and Sinuiju, North Korea, opens following a 12-year delay. (BBC News) (NK News)