Yemen's leader announced the start of a major military operation on Sunday aimed at retaking territory recently seized by the Iran-aligned Houthi rebels. The operation, according to Yemen's leader, is part of efforts to regain control of areas under Houthi control. The move comes amid worsening conditions in displacement camps across the country.
The military operation began earlier on Sunday, with forces targeting Houthi-held territory. The Yemeni leadership claims the operation is a response to the rebels' recent advances. The conflict has intensified in recent weeks, with the Houthis gaining ground on the battlefield.
The Yemeni government, backed by Saudi Arabia, has faced increasing pressure from the Houthi rebels, who have been supported by Iran. The conflict has led to significant humanitarian crises, with displacement camps struggling under worsening conditions. The military operation marks a new escalation in the ongoing conflict, which has already caused widespread destruction and loss of life.
The situation in Yemen has been deteriorating for years, with the country divided between government forces and Houthi rebels. The conflict began in 2015 when the Houthi movement, backed by Iran, took control of the capital, Sanaa. Since then, the war has resulted in thousands of casualties and a severe humanitarian crisis. The latest military operation is expected to further complicate an already fragile situation.
