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Heavy fighting in Yemen results in more than 120 deaths

Since Thursday, over 120 people have died due to violent confrontations between Houthi rebels and government forces in Yemen.

5 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In Yemen, more than 120 people have died since Thursday in intense fighting between Houthi rebels and the Yemeni national army. The clashes were exacerbated by an offensive launched by the Houthis, likely aimed at gaining control over Bab el-Mandeb, a crucial strait connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.

According to military and medical sources, this is the deadliest confrontation in years, with casualties on both sides. The French news agency AFP reported that the losses are roughly evenly distributed.

Intense artillery bombardments, ballistic missiles, and drones have relentlessly pounded the western regions of the country. The province of Taiz and the port city of Hodeidah are said to be under heavy fire, leading to significant displacement of the local population.

The United Nations has condemned the rebels' attacks and called for a return to the negotiating table. They warned of a further escalation of the conflict and a worsening humanitarian crisis in the region.

The current situation has also significantly impacted refugees, with existing refugee camps already overcrowded. Thousands of people have fled in search of safety amid the ongoing fighting.

The Houthis, known as a pro-Iranian militia, launched their offensive on Tuesday, leading to a recent surge in violence in the area.

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