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The civil war in Yemen is escalating, with the conflict between the Houthi militia and the Yemeni government intensifying on multiple fronts. The Houthis are demonstrating capabilities for coordinated large-scale attacks, adopting tactics similar to those used by Iran.
A Houthi attack on the port of al-Makha resulted in the deaths of at least four people, according to Yemen's government. This incident is seen as eroding the existing truce between the Houthis and the Yemeni government.
A Houthi attack on a cargo ship in the Bab el-Mandeb strait of the Red Sea resulted in the deaths of at least six crew members. This incident marks the first fatal Houthi attack on a commercial vessel in the region.
Yemen's foreign minister stated that Houthi rebels are attempting to replicate Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz in the Red Sea, following recent drone attacks claimed by the Houthis on Saudi Arabian oil facilities. The internationally recognized Yemeni government has declared its readiness for any escalation with the Houthis.
At least 16 members of Yemen's internationally recognized government forces were killed in clashes with Houthi rebels in the western Hodeidah province, marking some of the most intense conflicts in recent years.
The Houthi militia and the Yemeni government have completed a prisoner exchange involving over 1600 individuals, marking the largest such exchange since the conflict began.
Yemeni government makes strides stabilising Aden, yet shortages and clashes reveal continued fragility during Ramadan.
Fighting has intensified across Yemen as internationally recognized government forces escalate attacks and clash with Houthi rebels on multiple fronts.
Yemeni government forces have launched a large-scale offensive against Iran-backed Houthis on the western coast, deploying heavy artillery and drones.
A source close to the Saudi military states that the Saudi-led coalition, supporting the Yemeni government since 2015, will not remain passive in the face of Houthi attacks.
Houthi rebels launched missile attacks on Abha airport in Saudi Arabia, claiming retaliation for earlier strikes on Sana'a airport by the Yemeni government. This escalation has renewed fears of a broader conflict with Saudi Arabia.
At least 15 Yemeni government troops were killed in clashes with Houthi fighters in the port city of Hodeidah, with a Yemeni minister reporting over 50 Houthi casualties.
The Yemeni government and Houthi rebels have reached an agreement to release over 1,600 detainees, marking the largest prisoner exchange in the 11-year conflict. This significant swap aims to foster trust and de-escalation between the warring factions.
Saudi Arabia has provided the Yemeni government with $346.6 million to help cover a salary shortfall.
Yemeni government forces, supported by Saudi Arabia, have launched counter-attacks following a new offensive by Houthi rebels in areas under their control.
Yemeni forces reported repelling a Houthi attack in Taiz, as military escalation continues days after the Yemeni government announced it was attacking Houthi positions.
A Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia injured 11 civilians, including a child, prompting the kingdom to warn of imminent, Iran-supervised attacks from both Houthi and Iraqi militia groups. The incident has raised concerns about regional escalation and impacted oil prices.
Yemeni government officials report that 50 Houthi fighters were killed after the Houthis launched a surprise offensive targeting army barracks in southern Hodeidah.
Italy's Ambassador to Riyadh, Carlo Baldocci, met with Yemen’s Minister of Human Rights, Mishdal Muhammad Omar, to reaffirm Italy’s commitment to supporting the Yemeni government in promoting human rights.
Human Rights Watch reports that the Yemeni government killed six protesters and wounded dozens during a crackdown on February demonstrations, following a decision to dissolve the STC influenced by Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia has paid the Yemeni government $346.6 million to help cover a salary shortfall, providing crucial financial support.