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 is aimed at restoring government control over the maritime passage. Details of the ground deployment and the progress of the operation were not provided.

Saudi forces are providing air support as Yemeni government troops conduct the campaign. No information was given on the targets of the aerial operations.

The account did not identify the forces currently holding the strait or report casualties. The outcome of the operation remains unclear.