WorldYemen war: What’s the latest on the battlefield?

Yemen’s internationally recognised government says its forces, backed by Saudi air power, have retaken Mocha and strategic positions near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait from the Houthis. The Houthis reject the reported gains and claim attacks on Saudi airports, oil infrastructure and military sites. Mocha’s fate could shape the next phase of the fighting.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-10-06 08:27Original