Iranian Backed Houthi Rebels Are Claiming That They Have Captured Mass Numbers Of Saudi Troops

DW: Yemen: Houthi rebels claim capture of 'thousands' of Saudi troops

Iran-aligned Houthi rebels have claimed their largest operation yet, reportedly capturing "thousands" of Saudi troops in the border region. There has been no immediate confirmation from Saudi authorities.

Yemen's Houthi fighters have claimed a major raid resulting in the capture of "thousands" of enemy troops, including many officers and soldiers of the Saudi army, as well as hundreds of armored vehicles and weapons.

Houthi military spokesman Yahia Sarie told the Houthi-run al-Masirah broadcaster on Saturday that three "enemy military brigades had fallen" in the operation. He said the offensive was supported by drone, missile and air defense units.

"This is the largest operation since aggression started on our country," he said.

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WNU Editor: If this report is true, one can then assume that this ceasefire proposal is dead .... Saudi Arabia agrees to partial ceasefire in Yemen: Report (Middle East Eye).

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