Saudi-backed coalition forces Houthis from several areas around key strait, Yemeni officials say
Also reported by France24
Summary
Saudi-led coalition forces have retaken several areas near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait from the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, including the town of Dhubab. The coalition launched a major offensive supported by air strikes as part of Yemen’s ongoing civil war.Key Facts
- The Saudi-backed coalition recaptured key towns: Dhubab, Bab, and Hadeid near the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- The offensive began early Monday with support from around 100 Saudi fighter jets.
- The Houthis had recently captured the town of Turbah and advanced near Taiz, Yemen’s third-largest city.
- Bab el-Mandeb Strait is an important waterway where about 12% of global trade passes through.
- The United States supports Saudi Arabia with intelligence and target planning under a defense agreement.
- The Yemeni government forces are trying to recover all areas controlled by the Houthis.
- Yemen’s civil war has reignited after a four-year ceasefire broke down.
- Iran backs the Houthi rebels, which adds a regional dimension to the conflict.
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