Yemen forces reclaim Red Sea port from Houthi militants

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 6 Oct, 10:18 · Archive

Yemeni forces have reclaimed a key Red Sea port city from Iran-backed Houthis in a major counteroffensive.

Yemeni forces have retaken a key Red Sea port city from Iran-backed Houthi militants in a significant counteroffensive. The fighting comes as the Houthis continue to contest control of Red Sea shipping lanes, raising concerns about potential disruptions to oil supplies from the Middle East.

Brent Crude remains around $100 a barrel despite reports of increased oil flows from the region. Oil markets are watchful of further escalation in the conflict, which could affect regional supply stability and global energy markets.

How it is being reported

• Yemen forces reclaim key Red Sea port city from Iran-backed Houthis in major counteroffensiveCNBC · 6 Oct, 09:53
• Battle with Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen tempers news on oil flowCBS News · 5 Oct, 12:34

In this story: Yemen · Iran · Houthis · Red Sea

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