The advance began September 30 and includes the seizure of high ground in the Same'a district and pushes into Jabal Habashi using tanks and infantry fighting vehicles. In response, the Presidential Leadership Council conducted 20 airstrikes on Houthi positions in Taiz, while a separate coalition strike reportedly hit a vocational college in Lahj. Earlier gains saw the Houthis seize 200 square kilometers of terrain and kill Major General Mohammed Al-Khawlani.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Houthis Advance on Al-Turbah to Cut Final Taiz-Aden Supply Route
War19 days ago
Ansarallah forces have captured the town of Bani Muhammad and are pushing through the Al-Shamayteen and Same' districts to reach Al-Turbah. This offensive targets the final remaining supply route between the besieged city of Taiz and Aden, following a reported retreat of Saudi-backed forces from the area. Seizing this corridor would fully sever the last ground line of communication for government-aligned forces in the province.
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