Yemen presidency announces military operation to retake all territory from Houthis

RIYADH - The head of Yemen's presidential council announced on Sunday the commencement of a new military operation aimed at reclaiming all territory under the control of Houthi fighters. "I declare today the commencement of military operations to regain the remaining territories of the republic and expand the state's authority and its institutions throughout the entire national territory," Rashad al-Alimi stated in a declaration.

Alimi urged the "armed forces, security forces, and all military formations to commence executing their designated missions, in line with the approved plans, until the country is liberated from the hold of the Houthi terrorist militia." This declaration comes in the wake of a recent surge in conflict following a swift offensive by the Houthis earlier this month, which resulted in the seizes of vast sections of the Red Sea coastline.

Reports from security sources also indicated that the group had effectively encircled Taiz, having severed the primary supply route leading to the government-held city. Despite these setbacks, Yemen's government forces have yet to effectively counter the latest advances made by the Houthis.