A Saudi-led coalition says it has reclaimed territory overrun by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels

What happened: A Saudi-led coalition and Yemen's government launched "Operation Yemen Dawn" to retake Red Sea coast territory seized by Iran-backed Houthis, including areas overlooking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Key numbers: Over 1,100 attacks on Houthi positions; 100 warplanes in a Monday raid destroying 324 targets; coalition formed in 2015 with nine nations; 2022 ceasefire broke down in July. Why it matters: The campaign is the sharpest escalation since the 2022 ceasefire collapsed, and an expert said the government lacks the capabilities, materiel, and cohesion for a march on Sanaa.

A Saudi-led coalition and Yemen's government launched "Operation Yemen Dawn" to retake Red Sea coast territory seized by Iran-backed Houthis, including areas overlooking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

The campaign is the sharpest escalation since the 2022 ceasefire collapsed, and an expert said the government lacks the capabilities, materiel, and cohesion for a march on Sanaa.