Fighting Surges in Yemen as Peace Deal Breaks Down

Yemen's government launched 81 attacks on Houthi rebel positions in 24 hours as of August 20, 2026, killing fighters and commanders, spokesperson al-Nuzaili said. Houthis claimed drone strikes on a Saudi airport and oil facility; Saudi Arabia hasn't confirmed. The fighting shatters a 2022 UN peace deal, and the UN warns of full-scale war returning.