Yemen government forces launch ‘Dawn of Yemen’ offensive

Dawn of Yemen operation Bab al-Mandab Strait Houthi militia Yemeni Civil War Giants Brigades

Yemeni government forces have launched a major military offensive titled ‘Dawn of Yemen’ to reclaim territory from Houthi rebels and restore state authority. The operation, announced by Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi, has seen significant developments along the Red Sea coast.

Government-aligned forces, including the Giants Brigades and Nation Shield forces, report securing full control over the Bab al-Mandab Strait and Mayun Island. They have also seized the Kahbub front and strategic mountain ranges overlooking the vital waterway. These advances aim to secure international maritime traffic and reclaim vital coastal installations.

In support of the offensive, the Saudi-led coalition conducted airstrikes that reportedly destroyed 82 Houthi military targets across Saada, Hodeidah, al-Jawf, and Marib, including 11 mountain-based ballistic missile storages. Government spokespersons claim to have neutralized 1,860 Houthi fighters through 2,103 precise targeting operations.

The escalation has triggered a humanitarian concern, with the International Committee of the Red Cross reporting over 1,800 requests to locate missing persons since July. While government forces report progress in Marib and the western coast, some reports suggest uneven combat intensity across different regional fronts.

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Bab al-Mandab · Bab al-Mandab Strait · Giants Brigade · Giants Brigades · Houthi · Houthi rebels · Houthis · Iran · Mecca Joint Defense Agreement · Presidential Leadership Council · Rashad al-Alimi · Saudi Arabia

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[● 4 SOURCES] Houthi rebels seized the Al-Safiya area and cut the main road connecting Taiz to Aden. www.frihetskamp.no · www.jutarnji.hr · nordfront.se
[● 3 SOURCES] At least 70 people died during Sunday's fighting. www.frihetskamp.no · nordfront.se
[● 4 SOURCES] Yemen's President Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi announced a general military operation to reclaim all state territory from Houthi rebels. www.frihetskamp.no · www.jutarnji.hr · nordfront.se
[● 4 SOURCES] The Saudi-led coalition conducted 97 air and artillery strikes against Houthi reinforcements. www.frihetskamp.no · www.jutarnji.hr · nordfront.se
[● 2 SOURCES] Houthi forces fired ballistic missiles and drones at two facilities critical to the Saudi oil industry. www.frihetskamp.no · nordfront.se
[● 4 SOURCES] Government forces conducted 257 precision strikes against Houthi positions on Saturday. www.frihetskamp.no · www.jutarnji.hr · nordfront.se
[● 4 SOURCES] Preliminary estimates suggest at least 700 Houthi rebels were killed in recent operations. www.frihetskamp.no · www.jutarnji.hr · nordfront.se
[● 2 SOURCES] Yemeni government forces have reclaimed control of the strategic port of Mocha and areas surrounding the Bab al-Mandab Strait from Houthi forces. www.darivoa.com · ir.voanews.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Saudi-led coalition is providing air support with approximately 100 fighter jets. www.darivoa.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Houthi forces claim to have killed or injured over 200 government troops. www.darivoa.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Government forces have also reported retaking the Dhubab airport and Mayun Island. melliun.org · ir.voanews.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Houthi forces claimed to have targeted the Abha international airport in Saudi Arabia with ballistic missiles. www.darivoa.com