Saudi-backed Yemeni forces expel the Houthis from several areas around key strait, officials say
Also reported by Guardian World, PBS NewsHour
Summary
Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces quickly retook coastal areas near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, including the city of Mocha. They pushed out the Iran-backed Houthi group from most of the territory the Houthis had captured the previous month.Key Facts
- Yemeni government forces are supported by Saudi Arabia.
- These forces advanced rapidly to regain control of key coastal areas.
- The recaptured zone includes the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the city of Mocha.
- The Houthis, backed by Iran, had taken control of these areas about a month before.
- The Bab el-Mandeb Strait is an important waterway for global shipping.
- The fighting is part of the ongoing conflict in Yemen involving regional powers Saudi Arabia and Iran.
- The report was published on May 10, 2026, based on statements from government officials.
- The article mentions related Middle East security issues but focuses on the Yemeni conflict.
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