Yemen’s army says recaptured key territory as clashes with Houthis continue
Summary
Yemen’s army says it has taken back important hills near Taiz city during ongoing fighting with Houthi rebels in the southwest. The clashes have caused more than 120 deaths since the Houthis launched a new offensive along the Red Sea coast.Key Facts
- Yemeni government forces recaptured al-Khazan and al-Makahna hills in Jabal Habashi district near Taiz.
- Fighting has continued for two days in western Taiz and southern Hodeidah, both near the Red Sea coast.
- More than 100 fighters from both sides have died since the offensive began on Thursday.
- Several civilians were killed or injured by a ballistic missile that hit a restaurant in al-Makha city.
- Houthis aim to control hills overlooking the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and al-Makha port to strengthen their coastal position.
- The Bab al-Mandeb Strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is strategically important for regional control.
- Houthis declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia in July as part of their military strategy.
- Government reinforcements have arrived to try to stop Houthi advances in western Taiz.
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