At least 100 people have been killed as fighting between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces intensified, with the Houthis pushing towards a key strait, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- At least 100 people have been killed in the fighting, according to Al Jazeera.
- The clashes are between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces.
- Fighting has intensified since Thursday, Al Jazeera reported.
- The Houthis are pushing towards a key strait, according to Al Jazeera.
At least 100 people have been killed as fighting between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces intensified, according to Al Jazeera.
The fighting has intensified since Thursday, Al Jazeera reported, as the Houthis push towards a key strait.
According to Al Jazeera, the Houthi movement is backed by Iran, with government forces on the opposing side of the confrontation.
Al Jazeera’s report did not provide a further breakdown of the casualties or specify the exact location of the fighting. Further details were not immediately available.
Why it matters
A reported death toll of at least 100 marks a sharp escalation in Yemen's conflict. Further details on the fighting and its location were not available in the reporting.
Frequently asked questions
How many people have been killed in the latest Yemen fighting?
At least 100 people have been killed, according to Al Jazeera.
Who is involved in the fighting?
The clashes are between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces, according to Al Jazeera.
When did the fighting intensify?
The fighting has intensified since Thursday, according to Al Jazeera.
Timeline
- At least 100 killed as Yemen’s Houthis push towards key strait
Al Jazeera: Fighting has intensified between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces since Thursday.