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Houthi Forces Launch Decades-Long First Major Attack on Government Forces in Yemen

Houthi forces launched a series of missile and drone attacks on Yemeni military locations, killing at least 30 government soldiers and injuring 15 others in the first such attack in years. The strikes suggest that a major battle in Yemen may be brewing.

Houthi rebels launched a series of missile and drone attacks on Yemen's government forces, killing at least 30 soldiers and injuring 15 others, marking the first such assault in years. The strikes targeted military locations deep within Yemen, hinting at a potential major battle brewing between rival factions. The Houthi rebels have been gaining ground in recent months, further exacerbating the already fragile stability in Yemen. The attacks are likely to escalate tensions and put more pressure on efforts to broker peace.

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