Yemeni government in military and diplomatic push to reverse Houthi gains
Summary
The Yemeni government is working hard both militarily and diplomatically to regain control of areas lost to the Houthi rebels, especially along the Red Sea coast. Government forces recently captured important mountain positions near Taiz and are seeking international support at the United Nations to help reverse Houthi advances.Key Facts
- The Yemeni government lost control of the Red Sea coast to the Houthis earlier this month.
- Saudi-backed Yemeni forces claimed control of Mount Qarafan and Mount Zalat in southern Taiz.
- Five Houthi fighters were reportedly killed and 20 wounded during recent military operations.
- The Houthis tried to infiltrate the Kahboub front, which overlooks the Bab al-Mandeb strait, but were stopped by government forces.
- The Bab al-Mandeb strait is strategically important for shipping and regional security.
- Around 132,000 people have been displaced recently due to the fighting, including 75,000 in Taiz.
- Yemeni officials are actively seeking international support at the UN General Assembly in New York.
- Several world leaders have expressed concern about Yemen’s conflict and the need for a political solution.
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