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Yemeni military says it has 'secured' Red Sea waterway

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Briefings

Saudi-backed forces claimed to have secured the Red Sea waterway, though reports indicate conflicting claims regarding the capture of the port city of Mokha near the Bab al-Mandab Strait. The evidence suggests uncertainty about the extent of the military's control over the region.

Key points

• Saudi-backed forces reported securing the Red Sea waterway, but this claim conflicts with reports that they did not seize the port city of Mokha near the Bab al-Mandab Strait.

Context

This finding is significant for regional security dynamics as it highlights the contested nature of maritime access in the Red Sea following the 2023-2024 conflict.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to conflicting reports from Saudi-backed forces regarding the capture of Mokha. No specific dates, casualty figures, or operational details are provided in the source.

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