A series of airstrikes targeted Houthi positions in the port of Ras Isa, located in the western Yemeni province of Hudaydah. The strikes, which occurred on Sunday, hit two commercial ships in the port, which is under Houthi control. The airstrikes are part of a broader military campaign against the Houthis, who have been embroiled in a conflict with the Yemeni government and its allies.
The Yemeni army announced that it had carried out 1,272 targeting operations against the Houthis over the past 24 hours, as part of its "Fajr Yemen" operation. The operations, which took place in various parts of the country, aimed to weaken the Houthis and restore government control over territory seized by the group. The army also reported that it had regained control of several sites in the Al-Jawf region.
According to the Yemeni army, its operations have resulted in significant losses for the Houthis, including the elimination of around 500 mid-level commanders and fighters. The army also claimed to have destroyed or damaged 169 military vehicles and equipment, and to have disrupted Houthi supply lines and communication networks. The military campaign is ongoing, with the army seeking to push the Houthis back and restore stability to the country.
The conflict in Yemen has been ongoing for several years, with the Houthis controlling large parts of the country, including the capital Sana'a. The Yemeni government, backed by Saudi Arabia and other allies, has been fighting to regain control of territory seized by the Houthis. The conflict has resulted in significant humanitarian suffering, with thousands of civilians killed or displaced.
In the city of Taiz, fighting continues between government forces and the Houthis. The government has reported that its forces, backed by airstrikes and artillery, are making gains against the Houthis in the city. The conflict has also spread to other parts of the country, including the provinces of Marib and Al-Bayda.
The Yemeni army has reported that it is taking steps to protect civilians and prevent harm to infrastructure. However, human rights groups have accused both sides of committing abuses, including airstrikes on civilian targets and the use of child soldiers. The conflict has also had a significant impact on the economy, with many Yemenis facing severe shortages of food and other essential supplies.
The international community has called for a negotiated settlement to the conflict, with the United Nations launching a peace initiative aimed at bringing the warring parties to the negotiating table. However, efforts to date have had limited success, and the conflict continues to rage on.
Key points
- The Yemeni army carried out 1,272 targeting operations against the Houthis over the past 24 hours.
- Airstrikes targeted Houthi positions in the port of Ras Isa, located in the western Yemeni province of Hudaydah.
- The conflict in Yemen has resulted in significant humanitarian suffering, with thousands of civilians killed or displaced.
