Yemeni government escalates attacks against Houthis: What’s next?
Summary
Yemen’s internationally recognized government says it carried out over 100 military operations against the Houthi armed group in the last day, as fighting spreads across the country. The conflict escalated after attacks on a Saudi-led coalition ship and increased military actions by both sides following a temporary truce from 2022.Key Facts
- Yemen’s government conducted at least 133 attacks against Houthi forces in 24 hours.
- The Houthis claimed to have attacked a Saudi-led coalition ship near al-Makha port.
- Fighting is happening in several provinces, including Marib, al-Jawf, Hadramout, Hodeidah, Taiz, al-Dhale, and Lahj.
- The Houthis control northern Yemen, including the capital Sanaa, and have launched attacks into Saudi Arabia and Red Sea shipping.
- The conflict renewed after a truce brokered by the UN in 2022 ended.
- The violence increased after a government strike on Sanaa airport intended to stop an Iranian plane.
- Iran and allied groups provide support to the Houthis, including weapons and training.
- Yemen’s government forces are backed by a Saudi-led coalition and include various military factions unified under Yemen’s Ministry of Defence.
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