Yemen’s leader announces military operation to retake Houthi-held territory
Summary
Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council, led by Rashad al-Alimi and supported by Saudi Arabia, has started a military operation to take back all areas controlled by the Houthi armed group. This effort aims to restore the government’s control over the whole country after heavy fighting and recent Houthi advances.Key Facts
- Rashad al-Alimi, head of Yemen’s government council, announced a plan to retake all Houthi-held areas.
- The operation involves Yemen’s armed forces, security, and military groups working under an official plan.
- Yemeni forces reportedly carried out 257 attacks against Houthi targets, killing around 700 fighters.
- The Saudi-led coalition, supporting Yemen’s government, conducted 97 precise attacks using planes, drones, missiles, and snipers.
- The Houthis are backed by Iran and have controlled parts of Yemen, including the capital Sanaa since 2014.
- Fighting intensified after a 2022 truce collapsed in July, causing many people to lose their homes.
- Houthis recently captured the port city of Mocha and key islands near a major global oil shipping route.
- The government forces have been trying to stabilize front lines after these Houthi advances.
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