Saudi-backed Yemeni forces begin offensive against Iran-backed Houthis
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Yemeni government forces claimed Monday to have retaken key positions near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a vital chokepoint for global trade, as they launch a renewed campaign to roll back recent gains made by the Iran-backed Houthi movement. The government forces, which are backed by Saudi Arabia, have “begun implementing a strategic offensive operation” against the Houthi-controlled capital, Sanaa, according to a military spokesperson. CNN's Nic Robertson reports from the Middle East and military analyst USAF Col. Cedric Leighton (retired) explains the offensive. 0:00 Saudi-backed Yemeni forces claim to have retaken key positions near strait 0:32 Statement from the head of Yemen's Presidential Council 1:11 CNN's Nic Robertson reports on the Yemeni claims and Houthi response 3:43 Saudi/Pakistan/Turkey military alliance to support Yemeni forces in campaign against Houthis 4:37 CNN military analyst on what needs to happen for Yemeni forces to succeed Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headli
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