Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:16am on 07 Aug 2026,Friday International
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched one of their largest coordinated offensives in years, targeting Saudi-backed government forces across several frontlines with missiles, drones and ground assaults. The attacks reportedly caused heavy casualties, marking the deadliest escalation since the 2022 truce and raising fears of a wider regional conflict amid tensions linked to the Iran war. Saudi Arabia condemned the strikes, accusing the Houthis of endangering civilians and regional stability, while the United States also denounced the attacks. The renewed fighting threatens peace efforts, risks worsening Yemen's humanitarian crisis, and could further destabilize the Middle East. (PC: EPA)
