Al-Arabiya correspondent Mohammed Aydah was killed on Wednesday when an explosive device detonated in his vehicle in the city of Mukalla, located in Yemen's Hadhramout governorate, the network reported.
Details of the Attack
The explosion occurred in Mukalla, a coastal city in southeastern Yemen. Aydah's body was transferred to Ibn Sina Hospital following the blast, according to the Al-Arabiya news website. The network did not immediately provide further details on the circumstances of the attack.
Official Response
The governor of Hadhramout, Salem Ahmed Al-Khanbashi, stated that he had ordered an investigation into the killing. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.
Background
Yemen has been embroiled in a devastating conflict since 2014, with journalists often facing threats from various armed groups. The killing of Mohammed Aydah highlights the ongoing dangers faced by media personnel covering the war.
