Summary

  • Saudi-backed forces launch major counteroffensive with roughly 100 Saudi fighter jets supporting attacks along the Red Sea coast.

  • Mocha’s status remains disputed: Government forces claim to have retaken the strategic port, while Houthis deny the loss.

  • Houthis announce major missile & drone attack on Saudi territory, including against international airport in Riyadh.

  • Houthi fighters reportedly seize homes of senior government figures, including Parliament Speaker Sultan al-Barakani’s mansion.

  • Bab el-Mandeb is increasingly at risk, raising concerns for Red Sea shipping and the wider Suez trade route.

https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/houthis-seize-yemen-parliament-speakers-home-cut-taiz-aden-lifeline-all-out-war-erupts

 

“May you live in interesting times” — 2027 already lining up to be even more interesting than the 2026 tsunami of events!!