Yemeni forces claim they've retaken key strait from Iran-backed Houthis

Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces claimed Monday to have retaken key positions near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a vital chokepoint for global trade, as they launch a renewed campaign to roll back recent gains made by the Iran-backed Houthi movement. The developments came as the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia warned American citizens Monday of potential drone and missile attacks on the country, while Riyadh condemned what it described as escalating Houthi attacks targeting civilians, economic facilities and maritime traffic. 0:00 Yemen claims it's retaken Bab al-Mandeb Strait from Houthis 0:36 Firas Maksad of the Eurasia Group on the past 48 hours of activity 2:00 What is the extent of Saudi involvement and Washington's role? 6:18 What does UAE support for Riyadh mean for this conflict? Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr

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