Saudi-backed forces recapture key areas around strait from Houthis in Yemen
Government offensive launched under air cover by Saudi military coalition aims to retake all Houthi-held territory Forces of the Saudi-led coalition…
The Guardian reports: Government offensive launched under air cover by Saudi military coalition aims to retake all Houthi-held territory Forces of the Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen have recaptured several key areas around Bab al-Mandab strait from Iran-backed Houthi rebels, Yemeni officials said on Monday.
The officials said forces allied with the internationally recognized government have retaken the crucial town of Dhubab just north of the strait.
This world story centres on Yemen. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Houthis, Bab and Saudi.
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