Clashes in Yemen kill over 120 as Houthis push toward key strait

In early September 2026, intense clashes between Houthi forces and Yemeni government-aligned troops in western Yemen killed at least 120 people, according to multiple sources. The fighting centered around the Red Sea coast, with Houthis advancing toward Mocha Port and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a vital shipping route. Government forces reportedly lost some territory but later recaptured strategic positions near Taiz, according to Yemeni army statements.