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CAIRO, EGYPT – In a latest escalation of the ongoing conflict, the Houthi group, also known as Ansarallah, has launched a series of missile attacks against the port city of Mokha, which is under the control of the internationally recognized Yemeni government’s Presidential Leadership Council (PLC). The attacks, which began on early Tuesday morning, mark a significant increase in tensions in the region.
According to eyewitnesses, multiple ballistic missiles were fired from Houthi-controlled territories in the north of Yemen and struck various targets in Mokha, causing significant damage and disruptions to the city’s infrastructure. The attacks also resulted in reports of civilian casualties, with the exact number still unclear.
Mokha, a port city located in the Taiz Governorate of western Yemen, is strategically important due to its access to the Red Sea and its role as a key trade hub for the country. The city has been a focal point of conflict in recent years, with both the Houthi rebels and government forces seeking to control it.
The Houthi group has been at odds with the PLC-led government, which is recognized by the international community, since 2015. The conflict has led to thousands of deaths, widespread displacement, and a devastating humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
In response to the attacks, the PLC-led government issued a statement condemning the Houthi aggression and urging the international community to take action to bring the perpetrators to justice. The Saudi-led coalition, which has been involved in the conflict on the side of the government, also reiterated its commitment to supporting the government and protecting its citizens.
The United Nations also expressed concern over the escalation of violence in Yemen, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the resumption of a stalled peace process. The international community has been pushing for a negotiated settlement to the conflict, but efforts have been met with skepticism by the Houthi group, which has demanded the withdrawal of foreign troops and the lifting of a naval blockade imposed by the Saudi-led coalition.
As tensions continue to rise in Yemen, the situation remains volatile and unpredictable. The impact of the attacks on Mokha will likely be felt in the days and weeks to come, and the international community will be closely watching developments in the region.
In the meantime, the PLC-led government is working to repair and rebuild damaged infrastructure, including the port of Mokha, while also continuing to press for a return to peace negotiations with the Houthi group. The fate of Yemen remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the ongoing conflict will continue to have far-reaching consequences for the country and its people.