In a recent development on the Harib front south of Marib, fierce clashes occurred between ‘Giants’ brigades of the pro-government forces and Houthi fighters, resulting in casualties on both sides. Marib has become a focal point in the Yemeni conflict, especially since the Houthi offensive earlier this year to control the energy-rich province.
Marib city, under government control, holds immense political, military, and economic importance, housing key facilities including defense ministry headquarters, oil fields, power plant, and more. The recent confrontations involved heavy weaponry, leading to the deaths of four government forces members and six Houthi fighters, with several others injured.
Additionally, an unidentified projectile, suspected to be a Houthi-launched ballistic missile, exploded over Wadi district without causing casualties. This incident adds to the ongoing violence in Yemen, contributing to one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises according to the United Nations.
The conflict, ongoing for a decade, involves the internationally recognized government backed by Saudi Arabia and Houthi rebels supported by Iran. The control of territories and strategic locations remains a key factor in the conflict, impacting the lives of millions in Yemen.