Yemeni armed forces enter Al-Majzar district in northern Marib
Yemeni forces have advanced into Al-Majzar district, northern Marib, launching sweeping operations after Houthi fighters withdrew from their positions.
Key Takeaways
AIYemeni armed forces have entered Al-Majzar district in northern Marib province, marking a new advance on the ground as Houthi fighters retreated and abandoned their positions. Army units and popular resistance forces have begun extensive clearing operations to secure the newly gained areas.
The operations include sweeping villages, hills, and elevated sites within the district, while also dismantling landmine networks left behind by the Houthis. These efforts aim to secure the advanced positions and prevent future threats or explosions.
Yemeni forces continue to pursue remaining Houthi elements as part of operations to consolidate control over liberated sites and secure their surroundings, in parallel with their advance inside Al-Majzar district.
Securing the main roads linking Marib with neighboring provinces remains a priority for the forces to ensure the safe movement of supplies following their progress in the district.