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Yemen fighting live: Battles rage between Houthi and Saudi-backed forces

Forces loyal to Yemen’s internationally recognised government pledge to seize the capital Sanaa as battles rage.

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Yemen fighting live: Battles rage between Houthi and Saudi-backed forces
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Yemeni forces launch counteroffensive against Houthis, vow to retake Sanaa

Published On 8 Sep 2026

  • Forces loyal to Yemen’s internationally recognised government launch counterattacks against the Houthi rebels with officials saying they aim to recapture the capital, Sanaa, from the Iran-backed group.
  • At least 73 civilians are wounded in Houthi strikes on cities and economic infrastructure in southern Saudi Arabia as Riyadh warns against continuing attacks.