October 6, 2026 2:37 PM
Yemen govt launches major offensive, backed by Saudi airpower; claims key strategic gains along Red Sea coast
Fighting intensified in Yemen on Tuesday as the Saudi-led coalition carried out fresh operations against Houthi targets, a day after the internationally recognised government launched a major offensive aimed at retaking territory held by the group. The Saudi-led coalition said its naval forces conducted an operation in Hodeidah, destroying weapons depots, facilities used to store explosive-laden boats and naval mines, and thwarting planned attacks on waterways in the southern Red Sea. The coal...