Yemen's Government Strikes Back at Houthi Fighters for First Time in Months

On August 8, 2026, Yemen's government forces attacked Houthi rebel positions for the first time in months. The strike came after Houthi fighters shelled Marib city, where over 2 million people have fled for safety. A 2022 ceasefire deal expired without ending the war. The UN warns Yemen could slide into bigger conflict.