A Saudi-led military coalition has launched a major offensive in Yemen, backed by air support, to reclaim territory controlled by Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Government-allied forces have reportedly seized key towns near the strategically vital Bab al-Mandab Strait, including Dhubab, Bab, and Hadeid, according to Yemeni officials speaking anonymously. Witnesses confirmed the presence of government troops and armored vehicles in the newly captured areas. The operation marks a significant push to restore control over Houthi-held regions.
Government offensive launched under air cover by Saudi military coalition aims to retake all Houthi-held territoryForces of the Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen have recaptured several key areas around Bab afl-Mandab Strait from Iran-backed Houthi rebels, Yemeni officials said on Monday.The officials said forces allied with the internationally recognized government have retaken the crucial town of Dhubab just north of the strait. They also captured the towns of Bab and Hadeid, said the officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to reporters. Witnesses said they saw government tanks and forces entering the towns. Continue reading...
