Yemen's deputy defence minister says forces push toward Sanaa and key ports
Deputy defence minister Major General Samir al-Sabri said government troops are advancing on several fronts, keeping Sanaa, Hodeidah and Saada in focus.
Samir al-Sabri stated that the capital Sanaa remains a direct target for the army, while operations also aim to secure the Bab al-Mandeb strait and Yemen's western coastline. He highlighted the strategic importance of these areas for regional and global affairs. The timing of the advance and the need to cross zones near the city affect the campaign. According to al-Sabri, the forces now have strong momentum.
Why it matters
The advance could shift the balance of power in Yemen's civil war and affect vital shipping routes.
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