Yemen forces seize Bab al-Mandab
The Yemeni government forces, supported by airstrikes from Saudi Arabia, took control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Miyon Island in a military operation launched early Friday morning, aimed at securing this strategically important location. The forces managed to seize Al-‘Ardhi Camp and coast guard points, in addition to destroying Houthi positions and neutralizing more than 1,800 members of the group, with human losses totaling approximately 10,000 killed and wounded over two weeks due to air and ground strikes. The troops also reinforced their positions on the fronts in Taiz. The government suspended studies and announced temporary leave arrangements due to security conditions, amid UN warnings about the worsening humanitarian situation caused by increasing Houthi attacks, displacement, and restrictions on aid. In regional developments, Pakistan’s Defense Ministry confirmed the presence of troops in Saudi Arabia for defensive purposes only. Meanwhile, Algeria announced the death of a citizen following a missile attack on Abha Airport and condemned the attacks that threaten civilians and regional infrastructure. The region continues to witness escalation and military cooperation among Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey.
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