Yemeni forces target Houthis and a Saudi base as US rules out direct role
Summary
Fighting between Yemeni government forces backed by a Saudi-led coalition and Iran-backed Houthi fighters has increased. The US supports Yemen’s government but does not plan to get directly involved, while also holding talks with the Houthis to reduce tensions.Key Facts
- The US supports Yemen’s internationally recognized government.
- The Saudi-led coalition has attacked Houthi positions near Mocha.
- Yemeni government forces launched drone strikes on the Houthis in Marib.
- Houthis claimed to shoot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Marib using a local missile.
- Saudi Arabia is running low on missile interceptors and has asked allies like France, Pakistan, Egypt, and the UK for air-defense help.
- The US held talks with Houthi representatives in Oman, where Houthis said they would not attack US ships and want to respect a 2025 ceasefire.
- The Houthis attacked Saudi targets including the Khamis Mushait airbase and an oil facility in Yanbu.
- Fighting is ongoing in key provinces including Taiz, Marib, and Hodeidah.
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