Yemeni Government Forces Advance in Taiz and Bab al-Mandab
Yemeni government forces, supported by the Saudi-led coalition, claim significant advances in Taiz and the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait area, capturing key heights and neutralizing Houthi fighters.
Background
Yemen has been embroiled in a civil conflict since 2014, primarily between the internationally recognized government, supported by a Saudi-led coalition, and Houthi rebels. The conflict has caused a severe humanitarian crisis and regional instability, with control over strategic areas like Taiz and Bab al-Mandab being highly contested.
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Yemeni Government Forces Claim Advances and Houthi Casualties in 'Dawn of Yemen' Offensive
First report 7h agoLast update 1h agoYemeni government forces report seizing key mountain heights, controlling strategic areas like Kahbub, and making progress in the 'Dawn of Yemen' offensive.
Houthis are resisting government advances, launching counterattacks, and in some areas, claiming victories and control over strategic locations like Taiz.
The ongoing conflict leads to civilian casualties, displacement of hundreds of thousands, and humanitarian concerns.
Yemeni Government Forces Advance in Taiz and Bab al-Mandab
First report 8h agoLast update 3h agoYemeni government forces and their allies report successful operations, including neutralizing a large number of Houthi personnel and securing strategic locations like Kahbub and parts of Taiz.
Houthi forces present footage and statements claiming to have expelled Saudi-backed forces from districts in Taiz and captured key positions, including the palace of the PLC chairman.
Reports highlight intense and continuous clashes between government forces and Houthis in various fronts, particularly in Taiz, with both sides suffering casualties.
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