Yemeni government’s military says its forces advancing against Houthis

Saudi-backed forces of the Yemeni government’s military report making territorial advances against Houthi fighters in ongoing domestic clashes. According to military statements, the operations resulted in the deaths of 1,150 members of the Iran-aligned Houthi group over a 24-hour period.

The reported offensive marks a significant escalation in the protracted conflict between the internationally recognized Yemeni government, supported by a Saudi-led coalition, and the Houthi movement. The high casualty figures highlight the intense nature of the recent confrontations within the region's broader civil war.