Yemeni city at the center of war and humanitarian crisis
Saudi-led forces have intercepted a ballistic missile fired by Houthi rebels toward Riyadh, officials and residents have reported. Recent Houthi strikes have hit King Khalid and Abha airports, killed foreign residents and wounded dozens, forced flight suspensions and prompted Saudi counterstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen.
Houthis have launched repeated drone, missile and naval strikes that have damaged Yemen’s Mocha port, killed dozens and forced the port’s suspension. The group has claimed a drone hit on Saudi Aramco’s Jazan refinery and renewed attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Bab al‑Mandeb, while Yemeni government forces have mounted counter‑attacks across multiple fronts.
Houthi attacks on Yemen’s Red Sea coast have intensified, striking Mocha and al-Makha ports as government forces and militants trade strikes across Marib, Taiz and the western coast. The violence threatens shipping lanes, raises regional tensions, and risks drawing in regional powers as talks for a ceasefire stall.
Clashes between Yemen's government forces and Houthi rebels have intensified across Taiz and Hodeidah, with the Bab al-Mandab chokepoint at risk as both sides push for strategic coastal gains. Dozens of combatants and civilians have been killed in the latest fighting, and thousands have been displaced.
US Central Command has said it has permanently disabled two Iranian crude oil tankers off Kharg Island and Jask and has destroyed a third in the Gulf of Oman after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fired ballistic missiles toward a US aircraft carrier and destroyer. CENTCOM said no US personnel were harmed.
The Houthi movement has expanded its control along Yemen’s Red Sea coast, including Mokha and surrounding areas, raising concerns over shipping routes through Bab al-Mandab. The fighting has drawn in regional powers and threatens global oil supplies as the conflict tests Yemen’s government and international diplomacy.
The renewed Yemen conflict has escalated with a prison strike in Hazm, Jawf, and attacks across frontline provinces. Houthis claim the prison strike killed a child and left prisoners and a visitor trapped, while Saudi-led coalition forces counter with airstrikes. The fighting threatens shipping routes and the wider ceasefire, with dozens dead and thousands displaced.
The Houthis have targeted civilian and energy facilities in southern Saudi cities, injuring dozens. A coalition spokesperson has condemned the attacks as dangerous and vowed to take all necessary measures to deter the group amid renewed hostilities near Bab al-Mandeb.
KSrelief has expanded its humanitarian work, signing new partnerships to support orphans in Kosovo and Gaza. The programs include monthly sponsorships, clothing, school supplies, and safe water and meals, with a broader Gaza relief effort continuing through central kitchens and tent distributions.
MSF and other aid groups warn that funding cuts are shrinking health responses in Sudan, forcing facility closures, longer patient journeys and rising disease outbreaks amid ongoing conflict. With 37% of facilities out of service and USAID funding ended, hundreds of thousands face reduced access to care as humanitarian needs escalate.
Saudi, Turkish and Pakistani chiefs of staff have met in Riyadh to begin turning the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement into operational cooperation after a recent surge in Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi territory and shipping. Officials have agreed to deepen military and intelligence ties and to integrate defensive capabilities under the pact.
A deadly Israeli strike has killed civilians in Beit Lahiya, Gaza, as Israel and Hamas clash amid a fragile ceasefire. The Houthis claim Saudi-led forces have conducted dozens of airstrikes in Yemen, while the AP says verification remains ongoing as fighting intensifies.
Saudi officials have reported that air defences intercepted ballistic missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh, Taif and the Red Sea port of Yanbu after Houthi forces have seized Red Sea coast positions and tightened control of the Bab al‑Mandeb. Saudi civil defence has issued and later lifted alerts; there are no immediate confirmed civilian casualties.
Houthi forces have struck multiple sites in southern Saudi Arabia, causing fires and injuring dozens, the Saudi energy ministry has said. The Saudi-led coalition has reported at least 73 people injured in attacks on Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran and has vowed a firm military response. The Houthis have promised a statement on a "large-scale military operation."
Since early September 2026, renewed fighting in Yemen has displaced tens of thousands, with aid agencies warning of a mounting humanitarian crisis as civilians flee coastal towns and inland camps. Reports describe dire shelter, food, and medical needs amid a shifting front line near the Bab al-Mandab and Taiz region.
The latest round of tit-for-tat strikes has targeted Iranian oil tankers and U.S. ships in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island, with Iran and the U.S. exchanging retaliatory blows. The flare-up follows Houthi attacks on Saudi facilities and heightens fears for global oil shipments through the Hormuz chokepoint.
Iraq has closed three border crossings with Iran as security forces pursue perpetrators of a Saudi pipeline drone attack launched from Iraqi soil. Authorities are tightening border operations and tracing drone launch sites near the border.
Saudi Arabia has closed its 1,200km East–West oil pipeline after a drone attack that Riyadh has blamed on Iranian-backed militias in Iraq. Officials and analysts have said repairs could take three to five weeks, jeopardising 2.6–4 million barrels per day of exports and pushing Brent above $105–$108 a barrel while Houthi gains in the Red Sea are further restricting routes.
The government has widened military fronts across Taiz, Marib, Al-Jawf and Bayda in a renewed push against the Houthis. Officials say the army is coordinating multi-front operations to retake Sanaa and defend key provinces, with concerns mounting over civilian casualties and humanitarian needs.
The Houthis have extended their presence along Yemen’s Red Sea coast, threatening Bab al-Mandeb's vital shipping lane. Iran signals willingness to support talks; the Yemeni government vows a broader offensive to retake captured areas. Global oil markets react as shipping risks rise and regional tensions intensify.
The Houthis have expanded their control along Yemen’s Red Sea coast, capturing Mocha and advancing toward Bab al-Mandab. Government forces are reorganising and launching counterattacks, while regional dynamics intensify as Iran-backed groups challenge Saudi-led authorities. Displacement continues and the Bab al-Mandab Strait remains a focal point for global shipping.
Houthi forces have seized islands and ports on Yemen's Red Sea coast, taken control of access to the Bab al‑Mandeb strait and stepped up missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia. Saudi air defences have said they have intercepted incoming drones and missiles while shipping and global oil routes have been disrupted and prices have risen.
Yemen's civil conflict has intensified along the western coast, with Houthis seizing key ports and the Bab al-Mandeb strait. Displacement has surged inside Yemen and across the Red Sea to Djibouti, straining scarce resources as international aid amid rising funding shortfalls.
Aid agencies warn that displacement and hunger in Sudan have surged. More than 11 million people are displaced or refugees, with eastern Chad hosting thousands crossing the border as fighting continues. Funding shortfalls threaten relief efforts as conditions deteriorate for those fleeing to safety.
Displacement inside Yemen has surpassed 100,000 as Yemen’s western coast sees renewed fighting. Thousands have fled by sea to Djibouti, and UN agencies warn of humanitarian funding gaps and stretched shelters, water, and healthcare services.
The Yemen conflict has intensified as Houthi rebels clash with Saudi-backed government forces near the Kahboub Mountains, while Western powers weigh involvement. The UK agrees to defensive air-to-air refuelling for Saudi aircraft, and the US has not signaled any direct military engagement. Civilians are bearing the heaviest toll amid strategic moves around the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
The Houthis have expanded their attacks on Saudi targets, claiming to strike a sensitive site in Riyadh and Aramco facilities in Yanbu. Saudi intercepts six missiles aimed at Taif and Yanbu as fighting intensifies along Yemen’s coast and in border areas. The conflict threatens regional oil routes and global supply chains.
Yemen’s government forces and allied militias are intensifying operations against Houthi positions across Taiz and along the Bab al-Mandeb coast. The coalition says it is targeting Houthi sites with air cover, while the Houthis have sought to extend their grip on western Yemen. Civilians remain displaced as fighting tightens its grip on strategic routes and coastal corridors.
The Red Sea conflict has intensified as Yemeni government forces, backed by Saudi air power, press to retake Sanaa and secure Bab al-Mandeb. The Houthis have escalated missile and drone attacks on Saudi targets, while the U.S. supports allies with intelligence and targeting data but is not yet engaging in kinetic strikes.
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are strengthening high-level ties amid regional tensions, inviting Gulf allies to the GCC-EU Summit and coordinating on issues including Yemen and security. Multiple meetings signal a thaw and shared interests as Riyadh hosts the event.
Yemen faces renewed violence as Houthi advances push fronts toward Taiz and Mocha. Displacement rises, aid routes tighten, and prices surge as government forces and Houthis contend for control along the Red Sea coast and hinterlands.
The Iran-backed Houthis have targeted a power distribution station in Madinah, with coalition forces confirming strikes and investigations tracing the drone's source. The attack follows earlier raids in Sanaa and Taiz and reports of drones aimed at the Prophet’s Mosque’s power supply. The coalition says the strikes aim to protect the Two Holy Mosques amid ongoing Yemen conflict involvement.
The World Food Programme warns hunger threatens up to 18.3 million Yemenis as renewed fighting cuts access to food aid and disrupts shipping routes. Health facilities are overwhelmed, with dozens damaged, and aid agencies warn stocks are running low amid a tightening siege of Taiz and the Red Sea coast.
Yemen's internationally recognised government has announced a major military campaign to retake territory from the Iran-aligned Houthi movement. Forces backed by a Saudi-led coalition say they have pushed into Red Sea coastal areas, including around Dhubab and Mokha, while the Houthis report strikes on Saudi oil sites and gains around Taiz. The offensive has intensified fighting and displacement since August.
The Saudi-led coalition-backed government is retaking towns near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait amid a broader offensive. Houthis have pushed into Taiz and other western areas, with air support and thousands of troops involved. The operation follows recent gains by the Houthis and marks a renewed phase in Yemen’s civil war.
Yemen’s hunger crisis worsens as UNICEF finds acutely malnourished children among those screened amid renewed fighting. International aid is being strained as displacement and disrupted health services heighten risks for millions.
Missiles and drones targeted Aden International Airport as fighting intensifies along Yemen’s Red Sea coast. The attack forced a flight from Cairo to divert to Jeddah, prompting international concern as displaced people face mounting humanitarian needs amid a widening confrontation.
The latest batch of reports indicates the United States has told the Pentagon to be ready for the possible resumption of major combat operations against Iran. The move could involve large-scale strikes on energy, infrastructure and nuclear targets and may occur before the U.S. midterm elections. Trump insists he will not attack Iran before the elections while officials say preparations are advancing; Iran and its allies are on high alert as regional tensions escalate.
Trump has asserted productive discussions with Iran and says the US will not attack Iran before the US midterm elections. Oil prices fluctuate as Gulf tensions persist. Iran signals it will respond in coming days to a new US proposal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The Houthis have intensified strikes on Riyadh, with missiles and drones hitting airports and nearby facilities. Saudi authorities report damaged civilian sites as air defenses intercept multiple weapons aimed at the capital. The attacks come as Riyadh reviews security and the resilience of its defence systems amid broader regional tensions.
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A Saudi-backed government offensive is pushing to recapture areas along Yemen’s Red Sea coast, including Bab al-Mandab and Mayun Island, as clashes with Houthi forces intensify. Authorities report dozens of civilian casualties and continued fighting on multiple fronts amid a volatile regional confrontation.
The Yemen conflict has intensified as government forces report major advances against the Houthis, with strikes targeting key sites near the Bab al-Mandeb strait and attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh airport. The clashes are spreading to multiple fronts, raising fears of a broader regional escalation.
Attacks on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport have killed and wounded multiple people, marking a deadly escalation in the Yemen conflict. Saudi authorities say casualties include citizens from several nations; operations remain suspended as the region faces heightened tensions amid global condemnations and potential international involvement.
Attacks by Yemen's Houthis have intensified, with missiles and drones striking Saudi targets, including Riyadh's airport and Aramco facilities. Interceptions have stopped several projectiles, but the violence has left casualties and heightened civilian fear amid a broader regional conflict.
The UN has set up a taskforce to move fertilisers through the Strait of Hormuz. Moreira da Silva says activation could come within seven to 10 days if Washington and Tehran agree. Five vessels per day could keep fertiliser flowing to countries in need, while a broader deal on navigation remains pending.
The Iran-backed Houthis have intensified attacks on Saudi energy facilities and airports, with Aramco sites in Dhahran and Riyadh targeted. Saudi-led forces are escalating operations along Yemen's Red Sea coast as regional tensions rise and a major Riyadh conference looms.
The Conflict Armament Research report shows the Houthis are developing longer-range missiles using Chinese parts. The effort suggests growing independence from Iran and the potential to threaten Saudi Arabia, Israel and other Gulf states. China’s role and responses are under scrutiny as the war expands.
The Houthis have fired multiple missiles at Aden’s Al-Maashiq Palace, the government says the prime minister and cabinet ministers are unharmed. Attacks also target Marib, while government forces push back Houthi fighters around Taiz amid heavy clashes.
Houthi forces have launched a missile and drone attack on the al-Maashiq presidential palace in Aden today, hitting command centres used by Yemen's internationally recognised government and Saudi-led coalition. Officials have reported between two and five dead and multiple wounded; the government says the prime minister is unharmed. Riyadh has blamed Iran for encouraging the escalation.