Yemen's government claims advance toward Bab al-Mandeb and air strikes near Taiz

The Yemeni government, supported by Saudi Arabia, declared on Sunday that its forces have taken Dhubab and key locations nearby, effectively severing the Dhubab-Mocha road and moving toward full control of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. A post from the prime minister's office described the operation as a pivotal stage in reclaiming the nation's territory and ending the Iran-backed Houthi takeover. In a separate report, the government said it conducted eight air strikes targeting Houthi facilities around the city of Taiz.

These actions were portrayed as part of a broader campaign to restore sovereignty over all Yemeni lands. The statements were shared via the government's official X account, emphasizing the strategic importance of the strait for regional shipping. No independent verification of the strikes was provided. The announcements underscore the intensifying military push against Houthi forces in the south.