The armed forces carried out airstrikes on militia sites, resulting in 127 dead and wounded, including Houthi leaders.

Armed Forces Launch Airstrikes Against Houthi Militias

In recent hours, the Armed Forces have conducted air and artillery strikes against Houthi militia positions, gatherings, and reinforcements as part of Operation “Fajr Yemen.”

Air Operations and Ground Assaults

According to a statement from the official spokesperson of the Armed Forces, Colonel Majid Al-Nazili, warplanes executed 17 airstrikes targeting militia sites and capabilities. Additionally, drone operations carried out 123 targeting missions in the fronts of Al-Jawf, Marib, Al-Mudharabah, and the southwestern front, hitting combat sites, gatherings, vehicles, and equipment used by the militia.

Ground Forces Engagement

Colonel Al-Nazili confirmed that rocket units conducted 60 targeting operations, while field artillery executed 782 strikes across various fronts. These operations aimed at the militia’s fortifications, fire positions, sniper locations, and troop gatherings.

Casualties and Equipment Losses

Initial battlefield estimates indicate that approximately 127 militia leaders and fighters were killed or injured, with dozens fleeing the combat in Al-Jawf, Marib, and Taiz. The Armed Forces also reported the destruction or damage of around 158 vehicles, armored units, and equipment utilized by the militia for engineering tasks.

Ongoing Combat Operations

In Al-Jawf, combat units from emergency teams and the National Shield continued to target militia positions and movements, successfully gaining control over new governing bodies. In Taiz, the Armed Forces, supported by popular resistance, persist in confronting militia attacks and targeting their gatherings and fire sources.

Southern Front Engagements

On the southern and southwestern fronts, the Armed Forces, including members of the National Shield and the Giants Brigades, launched attacks against the Houthi militia. They managed to regain control of governing bodies and continue their combat missions while addressing militia attacks and movements. Clashes persist in several areas.

Commitment to Civilian Protection

The Armed Forces affirmed their unwavering determination to fulfill their national duty while taking necessary precautions to protect civilians and civilian objects.

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