Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels seize new territory in the energy-rich provinces of Shabwa and Marib as they press an offensive likely to further complicate international peace efforts
A fighter loyal to Yemen's Saudi-backed government mans a position near the frontline facing Iran-backed Houthi rebels in the country's northeastern province of Marib, on October 17, 2021.
Marib has Yemen's biggest gas fields, while Shabwa has several oil fields and the country's sole liquefied natural gas terminal. Sarea said in a televised statement that Houthi forces would continue to "liberate and cleanse" Marib and called on "mercenaries and agents in Marib City" to quit the coalition.The Houthis “are committing genocide” in Abdiya, preventing food, medicine and other basic needs from reaching the district, said Marib provincial Governor Sheikh Sultan al Aradah.
The blockade also prevented the transfer of wounded and other patients out of the district, the workers said, speaking on condition of anonymity because they weren't authorised to brief media.Coalition: 165 rebels killed The coalition has said it has killed around 1,000 rebels in strikes in the area in the past week, makingThe Houthis rarely comment on losses and the tolls could not be independently verified.Rebels reject US call to halt assault
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