Yemeni Government Says It Has Retaken Bab el-Mandeb Strait From Houthis
Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi said on Oct. 4 the offensive would go on ‘until the country is liberated from the grip of the terrorist militia.’
Yemeni government forces have reportedly regained effective control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait following an offensive launched on October 4. The forces, with Saudi air support, seized key positions in Dhubab, including an airstrip, and cut off Houthi forces. While the government claims significant gains, fighting is reported to be ongoing in the area, which is crucial for global trade.
- Yemeni government forces have retaken effective control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- An offensive launched on October 4 resulted in rapid advances and seizure of key positions.
- Saudi air support was utilized during the operation.
- An airstrip in Dhubab has been regained, and Houthi forces in the area are cut off.
- Fighting is reported to be continuing despite the government’s gains.
- The Bab el-Mandeb Strait is a critical waterway for global shipping, handling approximately 12 percent of the world’s goods.
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