Yemen: Death toll rises to 10 in car bombing targeting high-ranking official in Aden's Khormaskar District /update 1

Event

A car bomb explosion targeted the convoy of Lahij Governorate's Security Director in Khormaskar District, Aden, June 29. The blast killed at least 10 people and wounded six others; the intended target of the explosion survived. No group has taken responsibility for the attack.

Security officials and emergency responders will likely maintain an increased presence in the area as investigations continue. Localized transport disruptions are possible in the vicinity of the incident through at least the evening of June 29.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the incident until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area. Heed the instructions of local security officials.