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Houthi forces launched three ballistic missiles at the Al-Alam military camp in Yemen's southern Shabwa governorate during a training exercise on Monday, according to Yemeni government officials. Local authorities reported at least 53 people killed and approximately 200 injured, substantially increasing initial casualty estimates. The facility was hosting new security recruits. Houthi representatives claimed responsibility and described the location as a Saudi-backed military installation. Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi condemned the attack and promised a response. The strike occurred amid renewed fighting between government forces and the Houthi movement.

Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy announced the organization's support for Lebanon's negotiations with Israel following a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Fahmy stated that the Arab League would intensify its political and diplomatic engagement in support of Beirut and emphasized the importance of strengthening Lebanese state institutions. He identified Lebanon as a regional priority and pledged support across political, economic and social sectors. Fahmy also announced plans to visit southern Lebanon amid continuing Israeli attacks. The statements indicate a renewed diplomatic commitment by the regional organization.

Palestinian health officials reported that at least five people, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed in separate Israeli strikes in Gaza City and Khan Younis on Monday. The incidents occurred despite an existing ceasefire agreement that had reduced the intensity of fighting but had not completely stopped Israeli military operations. Reuters reported that the Israeli military had not immediately commented on the latest casualties. The attacks took place amid continuing disputes between Israel and Hamas over ceasefire implementation, humanitarian access and allegations of violations by both sides.

Israeli authorities announced that commercial goods shipments into the Gaza Strip would gradually resume following a suspension linked to a financial dispute involving Hamas and local merchants. COGAT, the Israeli military agency responsible for coordinating civilian affairs, said merchants had reported that Hamas withdrew demands for payments of 10,000 shekels per truck. COGAT acknowledged that these accounts had not been independently verified. The agency said essential goods would receive priority and financial oversight would be strengthened. Hamas described the disputed payments as voluntary contributions to a fund supporting vulnerable Palestinians.

Egypt's parliament postponed deliberations on President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi's request to authorize potential military assistance to Saudi Arabia. According to the state-run Al-Akhbar newspaper, Speaker Hisham Badawi adjourned Monday's parliamentary session and scheduled further discussions for October 26. The proposal follows Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia and would permit Egyptian military support if requested by Riyadh. The Egyptian Social Democratic Party expressed reservations about deploying forces abroad, emphasizing the need to evaluate operational objectives, financial implications and risks to military personnel. No authorization was granted during Monday's session.

Yemeni government forces announced new territorial gains in Taiz during their continuing offensive against the Houthi movement. Military spokesperson Majed Al-Nuzaili said government troops had forced Houthi fighters to retreat with support from aircraft, drones and artillery. He reported 1,164 strikes over the preceding 24 hours, approximately 558 Houthi fighters neutralized and 135 military vehicles or pieces of equipment destroyed or damaged. These figures represent claims by the Yemeni military and have not been independently verified. The operations form part of Operation Dawn of Yemen, launched earlier in October.

A drone strike hit a residential house in a neighborhood east of Khartoum International Airport on Monday morning, killing four people, including three children between two and six years old, according to a medical source cited by AFP. A Sudanese army official separately reported that air defense systems intercepted drones allegedly launched by the Rapid Support Forces against the airport and nearby locations. The available reporting does not conclusively identify the operator of the drone responsible for the residential casualties. The attack highlights the continued exposure of civilians in the capital to aerial warfare.

A drone strike hit central Nyala, the capital of Sudan's South Darfur state, early on Monday, killing 17 people and wounding 23 others, according to medical and Rapid Support Forces sources cited by AFP. Seven RSF officers were reportedly among those killed. The attack destroyed two houses in the city, which serves as a major stronghold of the paramilitary organization. The incident occurred amid intensifying drone warfare between Sudan's military and the RSF. The report did not independently establish responsibility for this particular strike.

Syrian Minister of Social Affairs and Labor Hind Kabawat met Lebanese Minister of Social Affairs Haneen Sayed in Damascus to discuss bilateral cooperation on Syrian refugee returns, child protection and social welfare. Kabawat said the two governments would prepare a memorandum of understanding and a joint executive program to strengthen social protection systems, including cash assistance. Sayed reported that approximately 700,000 Syrian refugees had returned from Lebanon to Syria and described the figure as evidence of bilateral coordination. Both ministers emphasized expanding institutional cooperation and protecting children from exploitation.

Foreign ministers from Gulf Cooperation Council states met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manama to discuss maritime security and regional diplomacy. The participants addressed freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, efforts to establish peace, and stronger strategic cooperation between the GCC and Russia. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan also met Lavrov separately to discuss Yemen’s escalating conflict, maritime threats and regional stability. The meeting represented a diplomatic effort to coordinate positions on security challenges affecting important regional shipping routes.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations authority reported an incident involving a southbound marine tug northeast of Khor Fakkan, off the United Arab Emirates’ eastern coast. Two projectiles of unknown origin struck the vessel, causing damage and one minor injury. The vessel continued on its course, according to the report. The authority did not identify who launched the projectiles or establish a motive. The incident is relevant to maritime security in waters near the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping faces heightened regional risks.

Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense reported that a projectile fell in a residential area of Najran on Sunday, injuring six people and damaging three homes and three vehicles. The agency said it had issued alerts warning residents of potential danger earlier in the afternoon before subsequently announcing that the immediate danger had passed. Saudi authorities attributed the projectile to the Houthi movement, according to the report. The incident adds a documented civilian-impact event to the renewed cross-border hostilities between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis.