Yemeni forces seize Dhubab, strategic sites near Bab el-Mandeb
Pro-government Southern Giants Brigades launched a 'decisive' operation against Houthis, seizing Dhubab and strategic sites near Bab el-Mandeb. This marks a significant shift in control of a critical chokepoint, though Houthi response and durability of gains remain uncertain. The development could affect Red Sea shipping security and regional power dynamics.
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Yemeni Forces Claim Seizure of Dhubab and Bab el-Mandeb Area from Houthis
Yemeni pro-government forces, specifically the Southern Giants Brigades, claim to have seized Dhubab and strategic sites near the Bab el-Mandeb strait from Houthi control. While multiple sources report these claims, independent verification remains limited, and the durability of these gains is uncertain. This represents a potential significant shift in control over a critical maritime chokepoint.