Yemen’s government vows to retake all Houthi militia-held territory

Yemen's internationally recognized government has launched a military operation to retake all territory held by the Houthi militia. The operation, announced by the head of Yemen's presidential council, Rashad al-Alimi, aims to extend the authority of the state and its institutions across the entire national territory.

The Houthi militia has been making gains on the ground, including cutting a vital supply route linking the besieged city of Taiz with the government's interim capital Aden. According to Channel News Asia, more than 70 people have died in fighting around Taiz as the Houthis isolate the city from Aden.

The Saudi-led coalition has reiterated its commitment to supporting Yemen's legitimate government and continuing operations to restore state institutions. The coalition's spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, cited the Houthi militia's continuous terrorist attacks and human rights abuses, including forced displacement, starvation, and recruitment of child soldiers.

Brief written by urgent.news from Qatar Tribune, Saudi Gazette, Channel News Asia, Dawn, Ajel English — 5 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.