Yemeni Government Forces Launch Operation to Retake Bab al-Mandab

Yemeni government forces have launched a large-scale military operation to regain control of the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait, backed by intensive Saudi air cover.

The offensive aims to restore government control over the waterway, with Saudi forces providing aerial support for the ground campaign.

Bab al-Mandab connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is a key passage for international shipping. Its location makes control of the strait strategically significant.

The available information did not specify the scale of the forces involved or report any territorial gains. No details were provided on casualties or the operation’s progress.